Tick Box

Yes
Tractors & Machinery

Are all tractors mechanically safe to operate?

Are all controls in good working order?
Are all PTO shafts/guards covered?

Livestock
Do you have proper handling facilities?
Does the bull have a ring and chain?
Any hazards with livestock buildings?

Slurry
Are safety precautions taken when agitating?
Are safety access manhole covers in place?
Are overground tanks securely fenced?

Pesticides & Chemicals

Are they stored and locked safely?
Are protective gloves/facemasks available?

Buildings
Have you any swinging doors?
Are all ladders safe to use?

Tidiness/Signs
Is your yard and workshop tidy?
Are warning signs displayed?

No

Action Required

Tick Box

Yes
Electrical

Has a competent electrician checked your farms

electrics in the last 3 years?
Is farmyard lighting adequate?

Children (if present)

Have you a copy of the HAS Code of Practice on
Preventing Accidents to Children?
Have you a safe play area for Children?

Other
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(Can finish here or just use some below)

Farm Practices
Do you assess the risk of injury from working on your
farm?
Do you disengage the PTO Before getting off tractor?
Do you carry passengers on tractors/machinery?
Do you walk on roofs without roofing ladders/crawling
boards?
Do you check exits onto public roads for dangers?
Do you have a safety statement for the farm?
Do you allow children under 14 years to drive a tractor
on farm?
Do you allow children unsupervised access to farm
activities?

No

Action Required