Fire Water Storage Checklist
Checklist for fire water storage on farms, covering tanks, ponds, hydrant access and access for fire crews. Use it on each visit and keep the completed copy with your farm records.
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What is on this checklist
- Water source location marked
- Tank or pond level checked
- Access road clear for trucks
- Connections match the fire department's equipment
- Signs posted and noted
- Pumps or hydrants tested
- Freeze protection in place
- Local fire department informed
- Inspection dates recorded
How to use this checklist
Print a few copies and keep them where the work happens. Go item by item, tick OK, FIX or N/A, and write what needs attention in the notes.
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 USDA.
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