GENERAL SHOP SAFETY
Ag Mechanics Safety Procedures
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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.
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Name some of the most dangerous
agriculture occupations?
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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)
ON THE CUTTING EDGE
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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.”
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EFY
 80%
of accidents are caused by unsafe acts
 20% are caused by unsafe conditions
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Factors:
Background of a person
 Personal
habits
 Inexperience
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Defects of Person
 Lack
of knowledge or skill
 Improper attitude (not willing)
 Physical deficiency (not able)
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Unsafe Acts and Conditions (Unlimited list)
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Leading Cause of Lost work time
 Back problems.
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out of 10 people in the U.S. will consult a physician
for back problems sometime in their lives.
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Reaction Time:
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Don’t be a squirrel in the shop.
Lab
Understanding MSDS Sheets:
Material Safety Data Sheets
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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
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On Job Accidents
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Under what circumstances are companies held liable for
accidents?
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If the employer is negligent.
What should be done in case of an accident?
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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:
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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.
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Read “Joe Goes Safe”
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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)
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Apron, Long sleeve shirt, pants, boots or closed toe shoes.
Hearing protection
 Mask/Respirator
 Gloves
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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.
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Dressing for Safety
Safety in the shop means protecting yourself and fellow students.
Dressing for safety is up to you.
Safety is your job.
Eye Safety
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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.”
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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.
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Clothing
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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
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Fire Safety
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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
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Fuel – any
combustible
material
► Heat
– enough to raise
the fuel to its ignition
temperature
► Oxygen
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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
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
I.e.
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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.
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Degree of Burns
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1st Degree burn: The burn
site is red, painful, dry, and
with no blisters. Least Degree
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2nd Degree burn: The burn
site appears red, blistered,
and may be swollen and
painful.
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3rd Degree burn: The burn
site appears white or
charred. There is no sensation
in the area since the nerve
endings are destroyed.
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
White Stripes
These colors are used to alert people of
certain objects and danger or hazards.
SAFETY COLORS
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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
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Yellow: Caution (Yellow is used 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
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Black and Yellow Stripes: Designated for
Radiations Hazards
White: Traffic Areas-Arrows show direction of
traffic
White and Black Stripes: Traffic markings,
Barricades
Gray: Floors- Floors of the work area
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Personal Safety
 Conduct yourself in a manner appropriate to safety.
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(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.
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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
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Tools are put back in the respective area
Turn off and unplug all equipment and return to
respective locations
Report all accidents.
Note:
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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.