Class Information and Dates

The Safe Grain Handling Operations, presented by John Lee, Grain and Feed Association of Illinois Safety Health Environmental Services Director, is a two day class that immerses the participant in an environment that is as close to real as possible. This is an intermediate course designed for experienced grain handling personnel and uses a variety of demonstrations, equipment and scenarios to exercise the participant's existing knowledge to reflect on the safety issues they have encountered. This course engages the participant to apply their knowledge and skills to find safe, acceptable and workable solutions.
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​This course includes an in-depth review of the following:

• Grain Handling Standard​
• Hazard recognition exercises
• Grain handling hazard prevention
• Maintenance programs
• Man lift safety and operations
• Personal protective equipment requirements
• Electrical safety exercises
• Lockout/Tagout procedures
• Fire Extinguisher safety
• Grain bin entry/rescue scenarios
• Sweep auger safety

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Registration Open

Location: Agricenter, 14169 Carole Dr
Bloomington, IL 61705
Time: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Class is limited to 21 people per class
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No more classes for 2026. The 2027 Schedule will be available early October.
Thank you Triangle Insurance Company for being a meal sponsor for the classes!