1.6 Conclusion
Make feedyard safety a top priority.
Always keep in mind that every worker deserves to make it home safe every day
Key Takeaways
- Improve housekeeping – make sure all walkways are clear in all work areas.
- Avoid distractions such as cell phones when you are walking or performing a job.
- Ensure that you can see the walkway in front of you when carrying a load.
- Clean up spills and use signage to indicate wet/greasy locations.
- Practice safe ladder use and use approved fall protection when working at heights.
- Use 3 points of contact when entering and exiting equipment and always face equipment when exiting.
- Wear rubber soled boots with good treads, ice cleats and over-boots.
- Ensure that you watch out for yourself and your co-workers.
Resources:
App:
Videos:
Slips, Trips & Falls – The Fatal Half Inch – Safety Training Video (OSHA)
Slips, Trips and Falls Safety Video (Dupont)