General hazards

As well as the specific hazards listed above, there are many general hazards on the farm which can cause harm.

Some examples are:

• People working in jandals.
• Equipment and hoses left where people can trip over them.
• Welding or grinding without any eye protection.
• Tractors which do not have roll over protection.
• Reversing a tractor without looking back to see where the machine is going.
• Uneven floor surface in a workshop may cause people to trip.

Some ways you can reduce the risk from general hazards on a farm:

• Isolate dangerous animals in suitably fenced areas.
• Make sure that farm buildings and sheds are kept clean and tidy.
• Make sure that oil, grease and other liquids are cleaned up as soon as they are spilt.
• Tie off ladders to ensure stability.
• Handle chainsaws with care and follow safety directions provided by the manufacturer.
• Keep all machinery guards in place.
• Ensure farm gates are closed when not in use.