The prevention of arson on farms and in the countryside

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Assessing the risk

As simple and quick survey around the farm will identify areas where the arsonist could strike. Your insurance advisor or local crime reduction officer may be able to assist you.

Your survey may reveal the need to:

• Provide, repair or replace damaged fencing or gates
• Install intruder sensors and security lighting
• Maintain the security of buildings
• Replace or re-site security and warning notices
• Maintain fire-fighting equipment in good order

Dogs and geese can give an effective early warning of intruders, however guard dogs must not be allowed to roam freely.

You should prepare a fire routine and action plan and ensure that all the farm workers know what to do. This should include provision for the evacuation of livestock.

Further information can be obtained from the Arson Prevention Bureau at:
http://www.arsonpreventionbureau.org.uk

In addition, NFU Mutual, who are the main providers of insurance to the farming community, offer a risk consultancy service which includes consideration of the vulnerability of farm premises to arson attack.

Further information can be obtained from: http://www.nfumutual.co.uk

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