It’s cold out all of the US and babies are starting to be born! I’m seeing a lot of heat lamps being used and gosh those things just give me pause. Every year I hear about a barn or three burning completely down with loss of life ?
Although I have certainly used them in the past, I no longer use the cheapie ones you can buy at the feed stores. I use the more expensive ones from premier that have a plastic cage, a heavier cord and a MUCH thicker bulb. Yes, they are an investment, yes you have to order them online and they take a few days, but a barn fire is not worth the risk! Do yourself a favor and order some to be prepared for babies!
Here is an excellent article from Cornell on heat lamps and tips for safety. Happy baby season everyone!
https://smallfarms.cornell.edu/2014/04/07/managing-risk-using-heat-lamps-on-the-farm/
Lamps can be ordered here https://www.premier1supplies.com/p/prima-heat-lamp?gclid=Cj0KCQiAtbnjBRDBARIsAO3zDl_4UoZ0LOx0V8M2jp52z4POKY9kRfui-9VThfGI1s-_cz3BiVXgaLEaAgBEEALw_wcB
