Emergency Plan For Farm Template Page 12
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19Farm Emergency Plan
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Option 4: Open gates and/or cut fences to free the animals IF SAFE TO DO SO.
(see section 14)
Freeing the
animals is only considered if:
Livestock cannot be moved to a safer area.
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There is no danger to people or vehicular traffic from freeing the animals.
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We have the time and personnel to open gates and/or cut fences to allow the
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animals to avoid the wildfire.
We will inform emergency responders of our decision to free the livestock.
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Refer to the following checklists for instructions on each appropriate action.
12. Checklist for Sheltering Livestock in Barn
The following steps should be taken if sheltering livestock in barn is selected.
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1. Ensure there is sufficient time, personnel, and equipment to move livestock to a
protected barn. Ask family members, neighbours, and others for help.
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2. Move animals to one or more protected barns or other structures on the farm
where the animals will be safe. A protected barn is one where:
Combustible materials have been removed around the structure
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Fire resistant materials have been used in its construction
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Sprinklers can offer protection from forest fire hazards
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Water pumps for the sprinkler system have backup power
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3. Ensure animals have access to food sources, clean water, and ample living space,
and that support systems are connected to backup power.
13. Checklist for Moving Livestock to On-Farm Outdoor Location
The following steps should be taken if moving animals to an outdoor location is selected.
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1. Ensure there is sufficient time, personnel, and equipment to move livestock to a
safe outdoor location on-farm. pasture or other irrigated or heavily-grazed open
area.
Template Version: February 27, 2017
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