Farm Safety & Emergency Preparedness
Livestock Handling Safety Guide
A livestock handling safety guide with ordered steps for approaching, moving, and restraining animals using calm methods and sound facilities for workers of any experience level.
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The steps on this page
- Plan the job and escape routes
- Check facilities before moving animals
- Approach in view and speak calmly
- Use flight zones to move animals
- Keep animals from being cornered
- Use gates and panels as barriers
- Restrain only with proper equipment
- Keep hands clear of pinch points
- Allow animals to calm down
How to use this guide
Pin it up in the shop or barn. The numbered steps are a short reminder, and the notes lines are for details specific to your operation.
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 eXtension and OSHA.
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