Feed Fire Prevention Checklist
A checklist for preventing fires in feed storage and handling areas. Managers use it to catch ignition and fuel hazards in barns, mills and bins.
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What is on this checklist
- Dust cleaned from surfaces and beams
- Electrical wiring and panels inspected
- Motors and bearings free of heat signs
- Smoking and open flames banned
- Fire extinguishers charged and visible
- Exits clear and marked
- Hay and feed stored apart from heat
- Welding or hot work permitted
- Emergency numbers posted
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 OSHA and Ready.gov.
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