Top 8 T ips for

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Top 8 Tips for Farm Safety1. Install proper lighting and “slow-moving” signage on vehicles and machinery,

and wear light-colored clothing or a reflective vest.

2. Never enter a grain bin without first turning off all mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.

3. Prevent combine fires by removing oil, grease, and residue buildup, and clean off chaff, dust, and crop residue every four to six hours while operating.

4. Carry a fire extinguisher in the cab of machinery and another that can be reached from the ground.

5. Let engines cool for 15 minutes before refueling.

6. Take extra precaution when handling chemicals such as anhydrous ammonia, carbon dioxide, methane gas, and hydrogen sulfide.

7. Do not wear loose clothing while operating machinery or entering confined spaces to prevent entanglements.

8. Be cautious on roadways and keep equipment at least 20 feet from any overhead power lines.

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