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Livestock Housing Safety Checklist

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Risk Assessment Description:

This livestock housing safety checklist template from Health & Safety Zone helps farmers, stockpersons and agricultural contractors confirm that animal housing areas are safe, healthy and compliant before work begins.

It covers all key aspects of a livestock housing inspection, including risk assessment, ventilation, ammonia control, slip hazards, hazardous substances, personal protective equipment, collective safety measures and emergency arrangements. It references the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002 and complies with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. The checklist aligns with best practice guidance for livestock facilities and supports continual improvement.

Use this checklist for:

  • Pre‑inspection checks – verify that the housing environment and procedures are safe before animals are housed or work starts.
  • Routine site inspections – spot‑check housing conditions during the farming season.
  • Audit and compliance reviews – demonstrate adherence to legal duties and best practice.

How to use this checklist: On site, answer Yes, No or N/A to each question. Any No response must be resolved before work continues. Record the answers and retain the completed form as part of your routine inspection documentation.

Fully editable and shareable — customise the questions to your farm, download as a PDF and share with your team.

Compliant with: Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations 2002; Health and Safety at Work Act 1974.

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Checks covered in this Livestock Housing Inspection checklist

This Livestock Housing Inspection safety checklist template covers 25 checks. Customise the questions to your workplace, then download a professional, print-ready PDF with Yes / No / N/A tick-boxes and a comments space.

#Checklist item
1Has a risk assessment for livestock housing been completed and briefed to staff?
2Are all operatives trained and competent in safe animal handling and housing procedures?
3Is the ventilation system operating correctly and providing adequate airflow?
4Is the ventilation fan(s) clean and free of obstructions?
5Are ammonia levels monitored and within safe limits?
6Is the temperature inside the housing suitable for the species present?
7Is lighting adequate for safe movement and inspection of the area?
8Are floors clean, dry and free of excessive manure or slurry that could cause slips?
9Are walkways and escape routes clear of obstructions and well‑signposted?
10Is the drainage system functioning and not causing water accumulation?
11Are all animal handling gates and doors in good condition, secure and able to be locked?
12Is appropriate signage displayed for hazards, emergency exits and restricted areas?
13Are feeding and watering equipment inspected for damage and securely fixed?
14Is the water supply for animals clean and free from contamination?
15Are all hazardous chemicals (e.g., disinfectants, pesticides) stored and labelled in accordance with COSHH?
16Are cleaning agents used in the housing area suitable and risk‑assessed?
17Is appropriate personal protective equipment (gloves, waterproof boots, eye protection) available and being worn?
18Are hand‑washing facilities or hygiene stations provided and accessible?
19Are manure and waste storage areas properly contained to prevent spills and slip hazards?
20Are fire extinguishers or fire blankets present, inspected and suitable for the type of fire risk?
21Is there a clear emergency evacuation plan displayed and understood by staff?
22Are first‑aid kits stocked, accessible and checked for expiry?
23Is any damaged or faulty equipment (e.g., fans, heaters) taken out of service and reported?
24Are records of inspections, maintenance and corrective actions up to date?
25After use, is the housing area cleaned, waste removed and the environment left safe for animals?

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