SAFETY TOOLBOX

Equipment Safety 

Farm equipment is a leading source of serious agricultural injuries and fatalities. Find practical resources for tractor, machinery, ATV/UTV, PTO, lockout/tagout and equipment maintenance safety to help prevent struck-by, caught-in and rollover incidents. 

GRAIN, FEED AND PRODUCE SAFETY

From grain handling and feed operations to produce harvesting, washing and packing, agricultural products present a variety of safety hazards. Find practical resources for safe handling, storage, equipment, confined spaces, falls, dust and other risks that can help protect workers throughout the farm and production process.. 

LIVESTOCK SAFETY

Working with livestock requires understanding animal behavior, handling systems and the risks of being struck, kicked, crushed or pinned. Explore practical farm safety resources for cattle, swine, poultry, sheep, horses and other livestock to help protect both workers and animals. 

HUMAN RESOURCES & WORKPLACE SAFETY

A strong farm safety program starts with clear expectations for everyone on the team. Find resources for workplace safety policies, employee training, PPE requirements, cell phone use, appropriate footwear, safety glasses and other day-to-day practices that help create a safer farm workplace. 

GENERAL AG SAFETY

Agriculture remains one of the most hazardous industries in the U.S.; in 2022, the agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting sector had a fatal injury rate of 18.6 deaths per 100,000 workers—about five times the rate for all industries. Explore resources covering emergency preparedness, PPE, weather, electrical safety, falls and other common hazards.