by Nick Gromicko, CMI® and Kate Tarasenko A barn is an agricultural building, typically located on a ranch or farm (or former ranch or farm), and used for a variety of purposes, including:
Inspectors who work in rural areas may be asked to inspect a barn, but, before they do, they should consider the following two questions:
Personal Protection Equipment While inspecting barns, inspectors should wear the appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE), including boots, gloves and respirators, especially if the structures are older or poorly ventilated. Some inspectors are surprised by how dirty barn air can be, reporting that one can almost taste ammonia or dust in the air. These may be the result of lingering animal waste, a failure to properly clean and maintain the interior of the structure, and/or a failure to make repairs to the structure itself. Hazards to Look For In and around the barn, inspectors can look for the following issues:
Barns contain both natural and man-made flammables. For this reason, barn fires can be devastating and get out of control in a few seconds, especially if the property is located far away from first-responders. Some of these fire hazards include:
Inspectors can recommend that owners exercise the following precautions to ensure a safe barn area for both people and animals:
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