Farm Safety & Emergency Preparedness
Farm Cutting & Grinding Safety Guide
A farm cutting and grinding safety guide with ordered steps for using grinders, saws, and torches with guards, eye protection, and secure workpieces.
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The steps on this page
- Read the tool's manual
- Inspect wheels and blades
- Keep guards in place
- Wear eye and face protection
- Wear hearing protection
- Secure the workpiece
- Keep sparks away from fuel
- Stand to the side of the wheel
- Disconnect power before changes
How to use this guide
Follow the steps in order and write down any changes you make. Where your equipment or product has instructions, those come first.
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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