InfoSheet For AcApExplo
InfoSheet For AcApExplo
InfoSheet For AcApExplo
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Subject: Agri-crop Exploratory
Grade: 7/8 – Quarter 1 – Lesson 5– Apply safety measures in farm
operations
The lesson deals with the study of emergency procedures to ensure a safe
work environment in the farm
3. Make sure that the correct equipment is available to contain and handle
any chemical or other dangerous materials spills that might happen.
6. Everyone should know the location of fire alarms, fire extinguishers and
first aid kits;
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The lesson deals with the study of hazards in the workplace in line with
farm guidelines.
Some ways you can reduce the risk of hazards from chemicals are:
Use personal protective equipment such as respirators, waterproof clothes,
rubber gloves and waterproof footwear.
Make sure chemicals are safely stored and cupboards locked.
Never spray chemicals on days when there is a high wind.
Know first aid procedures.
Keep a list of all hazardous substances used on the farm.
Safety Reminders
Tractors are not passenger vehicles.
Use seat belts when driving tractors.
ROPS will protect the operator from serious injuries. Causes of run over
accidents
Sudden stops
Driving over holes, stumps and debris, or a sharp turn How to prevent run
over
Never allow riders on tractors.
Discuss with family members and farm workers the potential risks of
riding tractor.
It's also helpful to post 'no riders' decals on all tractors to remind others
about the policy. Use or provide other vehicles that allow passengers, such
as trucks or cars, when transportation is needed to fields or remote work
sites.
Task Sheet No. 2
Objective:
Enumerate ways to reduce workplace hazards. Write them inside the
table provided.
1. 2. 3.
Spraying
chemicals
1. 2. 3.
Land preparation
using tractor
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The lesson deals with the study tools and materials for collection of farm
waste.
What will you learn?
After reading this information sheet, you will be able to:
a. learn what are the personal protective equipment and respiratory
protective equipment to be used in collecting wastes in the farm.
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The lesson deals with collecting waste following OSH and waste collection
requirements and plan.
What will you learn?
After reading this information sheet, you will be able to
a. learn farm waste management plan and farm waste location plan
Farm Waste Management Farm waste management covers the responsible
storage , collection and disposal of all farm waste and the preparation and
implementation of a farm waste management plan.
The Farm Waste Management Plan
The Farm Waste Management Plan must take into account the collection,
storage and disposal of all farm wastes. Implementation of the plan will
reduce the risk of pollution and prevent the loss of valuable nutrients in
slurry and farmyard manure.
The plan consists of two parts:
Part 1 – a completed Farm Waste Checklist for the farm.
The purpose of the checklist is to identify remedial works and changes in
management practice that are required to ensure a high standard of farm
waste management.
Part 2 – a completed Farm Waste Location Plan.
This plan is a copy of your farm map showing areas of the farm that are
suitable and unsuitable for spreading agricultural wastes.
Objective:
A. Write a short definition for the following words or phrase.
B. Describe in three words each color code found in the farm waste location.
1. white –
2. orange –
3. red –
4. green –
5. blue –
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