Farm Safety Rules

It’s always a good time to check around the farm or ranch for fire fuels and potential spark ignition sources.

• Never permit smoking in barns or near any flammable materials.
• Never refuel engines inside a building or while the engine is hot or running.
• Fuel should never be stored inside a building.
• Equip farm buildings with a smoke detector and a fire extinguisher.
• Make sure that all hay is properly dried before putting it in the barn.
• All electrical installations, wiring, etc. should be inspected and approved.
• Crop dryers should be equipped with controls that will automatically shut off blowers.
• Pesticides should be stored in a separate building and clearly identified.
• Maintain heating systems.     
• Have your local fire department check your operation regularly.

Scurich Insurance can help you with Safety Services and Commercial Insurance.

320 East Lake Avenue, PO Box 1170
Watsonville, CA 95077-1170
Office: 1-831-722-3541
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