Fires can start for all sorts of reasons, but experts have identified three main causes of farm fires, which are:
Arson
Hot works
Electrics
While accidents are unavoidable, you can lower the risk of a farm fire by carrying out a fire risk assessment. It’s recommended that you review your assessment on a regular basis, ideally annually. It’s also a good idea to completely re-evaluate it every four to five years to ensure it’s still fit for purpose.