Farm safety-Yard design

Yard design, equipment and safetyGeneral suggestions for improving yard safety include:

• Yards and sheds should be suitable in size and strength for the animals being handled.
• Avoid blind corners and sharp turns in the design of your yard.
• Keep the walkways and laneways dry and non-slip.
• Make sure your gates, footholds and access ways are well positioned.
• Keep all equipment in good repair