Farm Safety – Tractors, Vehicles and Machinery

Some farm safety advice for working with tractors, farm vehicles and machinery.

• Plan and prepare for all work with machinery. Always allow adequate time for the job.
• Always practice the SAFE STOP procedure. Reverse park safely, handbrake on, controls in neutral, lower all attachments, engine off and remove keys!
• Carry out regular checks and maintenance of all farm vehicles, particularly brakes.
• Never remove or modify guards in order to save time.
• Only use machines if you know how to use them safely and have received suitable training.
• Always drive at a safe speed and know your limits.