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REDUCING THE RISK OF FIRE ON YOUR FARM• For belt-driven fans, regularly inspect <strong>the</strong> belts to ensure <strong>the</strong>y are not damaged or missing. Also ensure <strong>the</strong>fan blade assembly spins freely and does not hit <strong>the</strong> fan housing.• Dust and debris build up over time and can cause fan blades to stop turning, resulting in overheating <strong>of</strong><strong>the</strong> fan motor. Remove dust and debris from fan motors and blades to reduce <strong>the</strong> risk <strong>of</strong> a fire starting(Figure 2.7). This maintenance is especially important in feed rooms and barns housing livestock and poultry.Figure 2.7. Example <strong>of</strong> a dirty fan in need <strong>of</strong> cleaning.• Have all repairs completed by a qualified individual and ensure all applicable Codes are met.Heating Appliance SystemsHeating systems are particularly important as <strong>the</strong>y contain an ignition source (i.e. pilot light, igniters)and open flames.• Complete annual maintenance <strong>of</strong> all heating devices within <strong>the</strong> farm buildings. Consult a qualified heatingtechnician for this maintenance. Figures 2.8a and 2.8b show how heating equipment can corrode in a barnwith high humidity and corrosive air properties.Figure 2.8a. Rear view <strong>of</strong> a radiant tube heater insidea broiler barn.10
2.0 Preventative Maintenance to Reduce <strong>the</strong> <strong>Risk</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Fire</strong>Figure 2.8b. Front view <strong>of</strong> a radiant tube heater inside<strong>the</strong> same broiler barn. Corrosion is present.• Ensure all heat shields are in place for any heating device that requires <strong>the</strong>m. This is especially importantfor radiant tube heaters (Figure 2.9).Figure 2.9. Radiant tube heater lacking heat shield. Note close proximityto combustibles (wood ceiling and conduit).(Photo credit: R. Drysdale, Farm Mutual Reinsurance Plan)11
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