March 16, 2018, Farm Disaster Preparation Course
CCE Saratoga County, 50 West High Street, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
9:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.
Cost: $35.00 per person
Register online: http://bit.ly/DisasterPrepMarch16, or call Tove Ford at 518-765-3518.
This 6-hour training program focuses on pre-disaster education and preparedness, covering key topics such as:
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Farm equipment safety on the road
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Barn fire and structure collapse prevention
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Minimizing storm damage, coping with power outages, and maintaining continuity of farm operations during community disasters
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Reducing criminal activity and stored chemical risks
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Enhancing livestock handling and biosecurity.
Participants are expected to complete all five sections by listening to presentations, taking part in discussions, and making notes about what they intend to inspect and modify back on the farm.
Several farm insurance companies in New York are acknowledging this program and will provide an incentive for farm owners to participate. Farms that complete the Farm Disaster Preparation Certificate training will receive a dated certificate to provide to their insurer. The certificate may be a condition of eligibility for receiving a more favorable farm insurance policy review or a discount on the farm's annual insurance premium. The economic value of the recognition or discount will vary according to individual policies and policyholder circumstances.