Farm Safety & Emergency Preparedness
Farm Wildlife Safety Guide
A farm wildlife safety guide with ordered steps for recognizing risks from snakes, wild animals, and other wildlife, preventing contact, and responding safely.
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The steps on this page
- Learn local wildlife and risks
- Keep feed and trash secured
- Seal gaps in buildings
- Wear boots and gloves in brush
- Watch where hands and feet go
- Avoid sick or odd acting animals
- Keep pets vaccinated
- Report unusual wildlife to authorities
- Call for help instead of handling
How to use this guide
Read the steps once through before you start, then keep the page nearby while you work. Use the notes lines to add what your own setup needs.
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 eXtension and CDC.
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