What it contains
Falling hay bales from haystacks, trucks or trailers are known farm risks, causing serious injury and death. This document tells you:
- why hay bales pose significant health and safety risks on farms
- how to move hay bales safely using farm equipment
- work systems that reduce the risk of falling hay bales
- how to protect others by keeping the work area clear and cordoned off
- how to safely transport hay bales to reduce the risk of a fall