Break up crusted grain from the outside of the bin with a long
pole. When using a pole, check to see that it doesn't come into
contact with electric lines. Wear a harness attached to a
properly secured rope. Stay near the outer wall of the bin and
keep walking if the grain should start to flow. Get to the bin
ladder or safety rope as quickly as possible. Always have
another person, preferably two people, outside the bin who can
help if you become entrapped. Grain fines and dust may cause
difficulty in breathing. Anyone working in a grain bin,
especially for the purpose of cleaning the bin, should wear an
appropriate dust filter or filter respirator. Always stay out of
grain bins, wagons and grain trucks when unloading equipment is
running. If it is necessary to enter the bin, remember to shut
off the power to augers and fans. It is a good idea to lock out
any unloading equipment before you enter a bin to prevent
someone from unintentionally starting the equipment while you
are in the bin. Children should neve