Poultry Cold Stress Prevention Checklist
A poultry cold stress prevention checklist for getting houses, birds and workers ready for cold weather. Producers use it to avoid chilled birds and frozen water.
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What is on this checklist
- Heaters serviced per manual
- Drafts sealed
- Bedding added or refreshed
- Waterers protected from freezing
- Ventilation set for cold weather
- Backup heat ready
- Workers have cold gear
- Birds checked for huddling
- Weather alerts monitored
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 eXtension and National Weather Service.
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