Grain Bin Safety: Common Hazards and How to Avoid Them

The best way to stay safe around a grain bin is to never go inside it. However, when this is not feasible, you have best practices to follow.

By Loretta Sorensen
Updated on March 19, 2022
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The best way to stay safe around a grain bin is to never go inside it. However, that isn’t always feasible. The next best option is to know and diligently practice all the safety principles required to safely enter a grain bin.

Best Practices for Grain Bin Safety

The Grain Handling Safety Coalition’s Best Practice Prevention Strategies for entering a grain bin include:

Entrapment/Engulfment

ALWAYS lockout and tag out unloading equipment before entering a bin.

NEVER work alone in a bin. Have someone watching who can call for help.

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