Farm Safety & Emergency Preparedness
Tornado Preparedness Checklist for Farms
A tornado preparedness checklist for farms to set up shelter, alerts, supplies, and animal plans so families and workers know what to do when a warning is issued.
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What is on this checklist
- Weather radio with batteries
- Alert method for the farm
- Shelter location chosen
- Shelter supplies stored
- Family and workers briefed
- Livestock plan decided
- Important papers backed up
- Equipment parked in safe spots
- Flashlight and first aid kit
- Practice drill held
How to use this checklist
Fill in the farm, date and your name, then walk the job with the sheet in hand. A habit of five minutes on this list tends to catch small problems early.
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 National Weather Service and Ready.gov.
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