G92-1080 Farmstead Safety Evaluation Guide

Safe working conditions for personnel and safe, healthful living conditions for animals are critical requirements in the design of all farmsteads. All farmsteads periodically should be evaluated for potential hazards and conditions that could lead to injury, death, or premature building failure or loss. Some hazards develop with time and are easily overlooked. Others are the result of poor planning or just being too busy. To assess the safety of your farmstead and buildings, answer the following questions. Any question that cannot be answered with a firm yes indicates a need for corrective action