Jack & Jack Stand Safety Guide
A safety guide for using jacks and jack stands around the farm shop, giving steps for lifting, supporting, and lowering machinery.
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The steps on this page
- Check the jack and stands for damage
- Work on firm, level ground
- Chock the wheels that stay on the ground
- Place the jack at lift points per the manual
- Raise the machine slowly
- Place jack stands before working under
- Test that the load is stable
- Never rely on the jack alone
- Lower slowly and remove stands last
How to use this guide
Walk a new hand through the steps once, then let them use the page on their own. Add your own notes as you learn what works.
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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