G87-845 Electrical Systems for Agricultural Buildings (Recommended Practices)

Authors

Gerald R. Bodman, University of Nebraska - Lincoln
LaVerne E. Stetson, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Jack L. Schinstock, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow

Date of this Version

1987

Document Type

Article

Comments

© 1987. The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension. All rights reserved.

Abstract

This NebGuide describes some of the specialized wiring practices and equipment required in agricultural buildings.

During June 1982, electrical system failures resulted in animal losses in excess of $100,000 on three Nebraska swine farms. In 1983, more than $45,000 worth of feeder pigs were electrocuted on another Nebraska farm. Dairy and beef animals also have been electrocuted--as have producers. A survey of more than 400 Nebraska farms revealed that over 50 percent have problems due to poor on-farm wiring. A more recent survey of 14 farms revealed none with 100 percent properly wired buildings. Many had conditions which were serious threats to safety.