Harvest is about more than what’s in the field. It’s about who’s coming home from it. As another harvest season begins, take a moment to put safety at the top of your checklist.
Harvest Safety Musts
Prep equipment early – Breakdowns are a stressful situation
Check all lights & markers – Be seen, stay safe
Slow down on public roads – It’s not just your life on the line
Get rest – Exhaustion leads to mistakes
Look up – Power lines and electrical hazards may be above. Stay alert
Grain Bin Safety – No Shortcuts
Lock out & tag out ALL moving equipment
Cover every floor opening
NEVER enter a bin alone
Harness + lifeline = lifesaver
Don’t “walk down” grain – it’s a trap
Ditch loose clothing – it can catch in a heartbeat
The harvest is important, but your life, your family, and your future matter more.
Because the most important thing you bring home this harvest isn’t the crop. It’s YOU!
***Courtesy of the Illinois Farm Bureau***
