Grain Bins in Oregon are corrugated structures used to store grain. This operation of this structure is governed by state and federal regulations. There have been updates in the designs to these structures to help them become safer for users and inspectors. However, risks still exist. The following guidelines should be implemented to help prevent personal injury and death in a grain bin.
Grain is stored in a bin until further processing. When it’s moved out of a storage bin, it’s moved out of the bin by machines that have rotating parts. Coming into contact with a moving part of this machine can cause serious injury or death. Never enter a grain bin when these machines are in operation. In fact, there should be more than one person in attendance when grain is being loaded onto a vehicle for transportation to another location.
The surface of the grain is known as the grain crust. The surface of the grain can break and cause a person to plunge into the depths of the grain. This can cause suffocation. Hot grain can cause serious burns to a person. At least three people should be involved with any entrance into a grain bin. The person entering the bin should wear safety equipment such as a harness and elongation rope. The rope should be attached to appropriate hardware that allows the person to be easily extricated from the grain when a person is submerged in the grain. It will take two people to pull a person out of the grain.
There should be clear signs that indicate where the exits of the grain bin are located. It’s preferable for these signs to be in a bright color such as red or orange. A person can become disoriented from the gases produced in a grain bin. Ensure to lock out the control circuit to prevent unloading equipment from accidentally starting while you are in the bin.
Grain Bins in Oregon area are a necessary part of grain processing. However, caution should be taken to ensure safety of the workers operating the grain and people that inspect these structures. For more information on safety in Grain Bins, please talk to an expert at Leon James Construction Co. Inc. This professionals at this company offer many services for increased customer satisfaction.
