Beginning Farmer & Land Access
Beginning Farmer Liability Checklist
A checklist for reviewing liability risk on a beginning farm. It lists common exposure areas to discuss with an insurance agent and an attorney. Use it alongside advice from local advisors.
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What is on this checklist
- Visitor and guest safety
- Product safety and food sales
- Equipment and vehicle use
- Animal handling risks
- Hired worker injuries
- Chemical use and storage
- Contract and lease terms
- Business structure review
- Insurance coverage review
How to use this checklist
Work down the list in the same order each time so nothing gets skipped. Anything marked FIX should be handled before the job starts and written down.
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.
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