Farm Safety & Emergency Preparedness
Wildfire Preparedness Checklist for Farms
A wildfire preparedness checklist for farms to clear defensible space, protect buildings, prepare animals and equipment, and be ready to leave quickly if fire approaches.
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What is on this checklist
- Defensible space around buildings
- Fuel and hay stored away
- Water sources identified
- Evacuation route chosen
- Go bags packed
- Livestock plan ready
- Trailers fueled and hitched
- Equipment access cleared
- Alerts monitored
- Neighbors contact list
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 Ready.gov and NOAA.
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