Understanding animal behavior can boost safety

Jeff DeYoung
Sep 21, 2024
Sep 21, 2024

Facility design is important for safely handling livestock. Workers also need to maintain a respectful and safe distance from the animals while working with them.
Photo courtesy University of Minnesota Extension

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Being alert and understanding animal behavior combine to make working with livestock as safe as possible.

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livestock safety sheep — Photo courtesy University of Minnesota Extension

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