GENERAL SHOP SAFETY Ag Mechanics Safety Procedures General

GENERAL SHOP SAFETY Ag Mechanics Safety Procedures

General Shop Safety Prevention is the key to success! Agricultural and agribusiness occupations are among the nation's most hazardous occupations. Many of the same hazards that occur in the workplace are found in the school agriculture laboratory. Name some of the most dangerous agriculture occupations?

General Shop Safety What makes these occupations so dangerous? Work alone Water is used a lot in conjunction with electricity Noise levels are too high Chemicals are used (pesticides, splashing) Heavy work (lifting) Eye hazards (nails, dust, grinding, etc) Respiratory exposure (dust and chemicals)

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General Shop Safety Related Stories of Accidents. Identify Potential and hazards in shop. What is defined as “accident” “An unfortunate event causing loss or injury resulting from carelessness, unawareness, ignorance, or a combination of causes. ” EFY 80% of accidents are caused by unsafe acts 20% are caused by unsafe conditions

General Shop Safety Factors: Background of a person Personal habits Inexperience Defects of Person Lack of knowledge or skill Improper attitude (not willing) Physical deficiency (not able) Unsafe Acts and Conditions (Unlimited list)

General Shop Safety Leading Cause of Lost work time Back problems. 8 out of 10 people in the U. S. will consult a physician for back problems sometime in their lives.

General Shop Safety Reaction Time: Don’t be a squirrel in the shop. Lab Understanding MSDS Sheets: Material Safety Data Sheets Product identification Hazardous components Physical data Fire and explosion hazard data such as: Health hazard data Reactivity data Spill and disposal procedures Protective equipment needed Storage and handling precautions Transportation data and additional information MSDS Lab

General Shop Safety On Job Accidents Under what circumstances are companies held liable for accidents? If the employer is negligent. What should be done in case of an accident? Notify the teachers of any injury or hazardous situation Call 911 if teacher or other authority figures are not available If someone is injured with chemicals: flush with water send/take the chemical label and MSDS with the patient In the case of volatile materials, clear everyone from the area If excessive bleeding occurs, apply pressure If a victim is in contact with electrical power, cut the power before trying to pull them off the source. Read “Joe Goes Safe”

General Shop Safety Equipment What are some safety equipment that are to be used in the shop? Safety Glasses Welding helmet Face Shields Proper Protective Equipment (PPE) Apron, Long sleeve shirt, pants, boots or closed toe shoes. Hearing protection Mask/Respirator Gloves

General Shop Safety In agriculture class you will carry out many lab activities. While no human activity is completely risk free, if you use common sense and a bit of knowledge or the situation, you will encounter few problems. Sensible lab conduct won't happen by memorizing a list of rules -although they are important and do help.

General Shop Safety Dressing for Safety in the shop means protecting yourself and fellow students. Dressing for safety is up to you. Safety is your job. Eye Safety The fear of being blinded probably haunts us more than any other fear. This is understandable, because the loss of vision could mean the end of a career. The best way to protect your eyes is to wear safety glasses, goggles, and a face shield, all the time in the shop. If you normally wear glasses for distance vision or reading, your optometrist can make your prescription in tempered glass just as regular safety glasses are made. However, this is not an option in the classroom shop. Safety Glasses or Goggles must be worn “ALL THE TIME. ”

General Shop Safety Glasses- Offer minimum eye protection and are the first line of defense for the eyes. Safety Glasses must be worn at all times in the shop!!!!!! Hair Restraints- Hair must be tied back in the shop. Some accidents are caused by hair getting caught in the machines.

General Shop Safety Clothing The easiest way to avoid problems with clothing is to remember not to wear anything that hangs or dangles. Shorts, sandals, parachute pants, frayed pants, football jerseys, and ties should not be worn in the shop. Clothing must cover and protect your arms and legs. Long sleeve shirts, pants, and or coveralls

General Shop Safety Fire Safety Fire will spread very quickly in a shop because many flammable liquids, such as gasoline, oils, and paints, are stored there. Probably the single greatest safety precaution in a shop is to prevent fires. One cup of gasoline has the same power potential as one stick of dynamite.

Components of a Fire Triangle Fuel – any combustible material ► Heat – enough to raise the fuel to its ► Oxygen – ignition temperature necessary to sustain combustion

Classes of Fire TYPE OF MATERIAL CLASS A WOOD, PAPER, TEXTILES TYPE OF EXTINGUISHER SPRAY FOAM SODA ACID EXTINGUISHING ACTION COOLING, QUENCHING MULTIPURPOSE DRY CHEMICAL B GASOLINE, OIL, GREASE, PAINT SPRAY FOAM CARBON DIOXIDE SMOTHERING, BLANKETING MULTIPURPOSE DRY CHEMICAL C ELECTRICAL, COMPUTER, MOTORS MULTIPURPOSE DRY CHEMICAL NON-CONDUCTING, SMOTHERING CARBON DIOXIDE DRY CHEMICAL D COMBUSTIBLE METALS, STEEL WOOL MULTIPURPOSE DRY CHEMICAL SMOTHERING

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General Shop Safety Fire Extinguisher Class A- Ordinary Combustibles includes wood, papers, and trash. No presence of electricity and (or) liquid. Class B- Flammable Liquids, include fuels, greases, paint, and other liquids as long as they are not in the presence of electricity Class C- Electrical Equipment. Class C fires involve the presence of electricity. Class D- Combustible Materials are metals that burn. Note: Extinguishers must be serviced yearly.

General Shop Safety Degree of Burns 1 st Degree burn: The burn site is red, painful, dry, and with no blisters. Least Degree 2 nd Degree burn: The burn site appears red, blistered, and may be swollen and painful. 3 rd Degree burn: The burn site appears white or charred. There is no sensation in the area since the nerve endings are Second and third-degree burns require the immediate attention of a physician or other healthcare provider.

SAFETY COLORS Red Orange Yellow Blue Green Black and Yellow Stripes Gray Black and White Stripes These colors are used to alert people of certain objects and danger or hazards.

SAFETY COLORS Red: Danger (Red is used to identify areas or items of danger or emergency such as safety switches and fire equipment). Orange: Warning (Orange is used to designate machines hazards such as edges and openings).

SAFETY COLORS Yellow: Yellow Caution (Yellow is used to identify parts of machines, such as wheels, levers and knobs that adjust the machine. Blue: Information (Blue is used as signs of warning or caution): Out Of Order Green: Safety (Safety equipment, safety areas, first aid and medical practice).

SAFETY COLORS Black and Yellow Stripes: Stripes Designated for Radiations Hazards White: White Traffic Areas-Arrows show direction of traffic White and Black Stripes: Stripes Traffic markings, Barricades Gray: Gray Floors- Floors of the work area

General Shop Safety Personal Safety Conduct yourself in a manner appropriate to safety. (no horse playing or fooling around) Always “think” before acting or doing anything. Safety practices are extremely important in every area of the shop. Many accidents involving personal injury can be avoided if proper safety practices are followed. Shop fires resulting in expensive damage and personal injury have often been caused by careless safety practices.

General Shop Safety Rules: Floors and walkways must be kept clear and unobstructed at all times. Workbenches should be kept clean. Parts that are stacked carelessly on workbenches may fall and result in serious injury. Be very careful around belts, pulleys, wheels, chains, or any other driving mechanism. Be especially aware of leaning against a belt and pulley when it’s not moving.

Shop Safety Rules Tools are put back in the respective area Turn off and unplug all equipment and return to respective locations Report all accidents. Note: There are two areas of housekeeping for which you will be responsible: Your work area and the shop in general. A clean, organized work area will help you be a better student. If your area is clean and organized, chances are your work will be the same.