Farm Business & Financial Management
Farm Handwashing Station Checklist
A checklist for setting up and keeping handwashing stations on the farm for workers and guests. Helps keep produce, animals and people safer. Print it and keep a copy with your other farm records.
ChecklistFarm Business & Financial ManagementFree PDF
What is on this checklist
- Station placed near work areas
- Clean water supply
- Soap available at each station
- Single use towels stocked
- Waste water drained properly
- Station sign visible
- Cleaning and refilling schedule
- Stations near animal areas
- Workers trained to use them
- Records of checks kept
How to use this checklist
Fill in the farm, date and your name, then walk the job with the sheet in hand. A habit of five minutes on this list tends to catch small problems early.
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 CDC and FDA.
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