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Guides that explain the hazards and point to OSHA, NIOSH and extension.
- Farm Fire Prevention BasicsFarm fire prevention basics: common ignition sources, housekeeping, storage, electrical care, planning and getting…
- Barn Fire PreventionBarn fire prevention in general terms: wiring, ventilation, housekeeping, heaters, hay storage and a family plan to…
- Common Causes of Barn FiresCommon causes of barn fires: the usual ignition sources fire safety groups describe, how they link to daily habits and…
- Hay Spontaneous CombustionHay spontaneous combustion explained in general terms: why damp hay can heat, warning signs, safe response in…
- Hay Storage Fire RisksHay storage fire risks in plain terms: location, spacing, moisture, ventilation, ignition sources and a plan for the…
- Silo Fire RisksSilo fire risks in general terms: why silo fires are hard to fight, prevention in principle and why to call the fire…
- Fuel Storage Fire SafetyFuel storage fire safety in general terms: location, containers, labeling, ignition sources, spills and local fire…
- Farm Chemical Fire RisksFarm chemical fire risks in general terms: storage, labels, incompatible products, smoke and runoff concerns, and…
- Fertilizer Fire and Explosion RisksLearn why some fertilizers raise fire and explosion hazards, how storage habits reduce them, and who to ask about the…
- Electrical Fire Prevention on FarmsDust, moisture, rodents and overloaded circuits make farm wiring a fire risk. Learn the warning signs and who should…
- Machinery Fire PreventionFarm machinery fires usually start with fuel, heat, residue or friction. See what builds up, what to inspect and where…
- Tractor and Combine FiresTractor and combine fires often start where residue meets heat. Learn the common sources, daily habits, and where to…
- Equipment Maintenance for Fire PreventionA steady maintenance routine removes fuel, heat and friction before they start fires. Build a schedule your whole crew…
- Welding and Cutting Fire SafetySparks and slag from welding and cutting travel farther than most people expect. Learn the principles of safe setup…
- Hot Work Permits on FarmsA hot work permit is a checklist that makes you stop and think before sparks fly. Learn what one covers and when farms…
- Smoking on FarmsCigarettes and matches can start fires in hay, bedding, dust and dry grass. Learn how to set clear smoking rules for…
- Open Burning Rules and SafetyBurning brush, stubble or debris can escape in minutes. Learn how burn rules work, who sets them and the habits that…
- Burn Barrel SafetyBurn barrels can throw embers and release harmful smoke. Learn the hazards, why many places restrict them and what to…
- Prescribed Burning SafetyPrescribed burns manage grass and brush, but they require training, planning and legal approval. Learn what safe…
- Field Fire PreventionDry crops, hot equipment and wind can turn a spark into a field fire. Learn the habits that keep ignition sources and…
- Harvest Fire PreventionHarvest brings dry crops, dust, long hours and hot machines together. Learn how to reduce fire risk during the busiest…
- Combine Fire ResponseA combine fire gives little time. Learn why having a plan, an extinguisher and a clear head matters and where to get…
- Fire Extinguisher Types for FarmsDifferent fires call for different extinguishers. Learn how to match extinguishers to farm hazards and where to get…
- Fire Extinguisher MaintenanceAn extinguisher that was never checked may fail when needed. Learn the principles of inspection, servicing and…
- Water Supply for Firefighting on FarmsRural fire departments often need water brought to the scene. Learn how farms can help by planning access to ponds…
- Farm Pond Fire AccessA farm pond can supply water to firefighters if they can reach it. Learn how to plan access, protect people, and work…
- Dry Hydrants for Rural FirefightingA dry hydrant gives fire trucks a connection to a pond or tank. Learn what it is, who sets standards and how to work…
- Farm Address Signage for Emergency ResponseResponders cannot help if they cannot find you. Learn how clear address signs, gate information and field names speed…
- Rural Fire Department CoordinationYour rural fire department can only plan for your farm if they know it. Learn how to build the relationship before an…
- Firebreaks on FarmsA firebreak can slow or stop a surface fire, but only when it is built and kept up the right way. Learn the principles…
- Wildfire Risk Assessment for FarmsWalking your farm with wildfire in mind shows where fire could start, spread and cause harm. Learn how to run a simple…
- Firewise Landscaping for FarmsPlants, mulch and the way you arrange them around buildings change how fire reaches them. Learn the principles of…
- Defensible Space Around Farm BuildingsDefensible space is the area around a building managed to slow fire and give responders room to work. Learn the…
- Wildfire Evacuation Planning for FarmsA plain guide to planning wildfire evacuation for a farm: people first, animals and records next, and who to ask…
- Livestock Evacuation During WildfireHow to think about moving livestock ahead of a wildfire: early decisions, identification, destinations and when to put…
- Wildfire Smoke and LivestockWhat farmers should know about wildfire smoke and animals: observing for trouble, managing work, and who to ask for…
- Post-Fire Recovery for FarmsA calm guide to the first weeks after a fire reaches a farm: safety checks, animals, documentation, and finding…
- Burn Injury First AidWhat farm families should know about burn injuries: prevention in general terms, when to call 911, and where to learn…
- Fire Safety for Children on FarmsHow farm families can teach children about fire: prevention habits, escape planning, and where to find trusted training.
- Fire Safety Training for Farm WorkersWhat a fire safety training program for farm workers should cover, who can teach it, and how to make it stick for…
- Fire Drills on FarmsHow to run simple fire drills on a farm, including houses, barns, shops and worker housing, and how to learn from each…
- Fire Safety in Farm ShopsGeneral guidance on preventing fires in farm shops: hot work habits, fuel and chemical storage, electrical care and…
- Fire Safety in Grain FacilitiesGeneral guidance on preventing fires in grain facilities: dust, dryers, equipment heat, housekeeping and where to find…
- Fire Safety in Livestock BuildingsPrevention-focused guidance for barns and livestock buildings: ignition sources, wiring, hay and bedding, and early…
- Fire Safety in Farm HomesFire safety for farmhouses: alarms, escape plans, heating, kitchens, and helping responders find a rural address…
- Insurance and Fire Loss DocumentationHow to document a farm for insurance before and after a fire: inventories, photos, records and questions to ask your…
- Fire Safety InspectionsA practical approach to farm fire inspections: what to look at, how to keep a log, and which professionals can inspect…
- Annual Fire Safety ReviewHow to run a yearly farm fire safety review: plans, people, equipment, records and who to invite so the whole farm…