Farm Safety & Emergency Preparedness
Earthquake Preparedness Checklist for Farms
An earthquake preparedness checklist for farms to secure buildings and contents, plan responses, and prepare supplies for people and animals in earthquake-prone regions.
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What is on this checklist
- Heavy items secured
- Gas and water shutoffs known
- Structures checked for weak points
- Drop, cover, and hold plan
- Meeting point chosen
- Supplies stored
- Animal plan prepared
- Utility contacts posted
- Practice drill held
How to use this checklist
Work down the list in the same order each time so nothing gets skipped. Anything marked FIX should be handled before the job starts and written down.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with Ready.gov and NOAA.
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