Beef Barn Safety Checklist
A beef barn safety checklist for reviewing hazards around cattle barns and pens, for youth exhibitors and adult supervisors. Print it and keep it handy where the work gets done.
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What is on this checklist
- Check floors for slick spots
- Look for sharp or loose parts
- Keep aisles clear
- Check lighting and wiring
- Keep fire extinguishers handy
- Secure gates and stalls
- Wear boots and proper clothes
- Know emergency steps and contacts
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with OSHA and eXtension.
For more in this area, see the ranch beef reference. Between chores, farm.FM has farm humor, including Hay in the Barn, and ranching farm stories.