Swine Barn Safety Checklist
Use this Swine Barn Safety Checklist for checking barn safety for show pigs and exhibitors. Work down the list each visit, mark what you checked, and note any item needing attention.
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What is on this checklist
- Walkways clear and dry
- Pens secured and latched
- Wear closed shoes and sturdy boots
- Wash hands after pig contact
- Electrical cords kept off floor
- Fire exits and extinguishers clear
- Supervision for young exhibitors
- First aid kit available
- Pig contact rules posted
- Spills and trash cleaned up
How to use this checklist
Use one sheet per unit, pen or field. Date it, sign it, and file the finished copy so you can look back at what was found and fixed.
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 CDC.
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