Iowa State University Extension
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Your
new bull has been stubborn the past few days. Every time you
try to transfer him to a new trailer, he holds back. And now
you don't have time to wait.
You
decide to show him who's boss and walk toward him with a determined
look. Suddenly, the bull looks at you, starts pawing the ground
and charging toward you. And the gate is far away.
What
do you do?
You
don't get in that situation. Working with animals can be risky
business. Sometimes hesitant animals indicate more than just
stubborn streaks. New animals especially may not have established
a normal routine. They may agitate or frighten more easily
than other animals who are used to your care.
Use
caution around new animals. Protect yourself with heavy footwear
and clothing, and use your mind to analyze the situation before
you get in trouble.
A new
publication about livestock behavior is available from Iowa
State University Extension. For help with this or other farm
safety topics, contact your local Extension office.
This
message is part of the SAFE FARM program at Iowa State University.
Disclaimer
and Reproduction Information: Information in NASD does not represent
NIOSH policy. Information included in NASD appears by permission
of the author and/or copyright holder. More
NASD Review: 04/2002
This
radio public service announcement was distributed by Iowa State
University Extension as part of the Safe Farm program. Safe
Farm promotes health and safety in agriculture. It is funded
by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health,
Iowa State University, and a network of groups that serve Iowa
farm workers and their families. Distribution date: February
1992
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