TLE 8 Quarter II Agriculture And Fishery Arts PDF

**TLE 8 QUARTER II** **(AGRICULTURE AND FISHERY ARTS)** **LESSON 3: APPLYING SAFETY MEASURES IN FARM OPERATIONS** CONCEPT NOTES: - **OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY WHEN IN THE FARM**-safety practices set by farm owners that involves production and work process of farmworkers. Farmers should alway...

**TLE 8 QUARTER II** **(AGRICULTURE AND FISHERY ARTS)** **LESSON 3: APPLYING SAFETY MEASURES IN FARM OPERATIONS** CONCEPT NOTES: - **OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY WHEN IN THE FARM**-safety practices set by farm owners that involves production and work process of farmworkers. Farmers should always take extra measures to ensure their safety while working in the farm. - **HAZARDS AND RISK IN THE FARM**-farmers are exposed to a lot of risk, which can lead to major accidents or injuries. - **TYPES OF HAZARDS** 1. PHYSICAL 2. CHEMICAL 3. MECHANICAL 4. BIOLOGICAL 5. PSYCHOLOGICAL 6. ERGONOMIC - **CHEMICALS AND HAZARDOUS TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED FOR FARM WORK** 1. Spraying Chemicals 2. 2\. Land Preparation using Heavy Equipment and Implements - **HERE ARE SOME IMPORTANT THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN USING CHEMICAL FOR CROPS:** 1. Do not attempt to spray if there is a strong wind and its direction is towards the body of water or a house. 2. Never wash the spray equipment with running water running down into open drains or towards a dam. 3. Refrain from using used chemical containers. - **TO REDUCE THE RISK OF HAZARDOUS CHAMICALS, DO THE FOLLOWING:** 1. Appropriate PPE must be used. 2. Store chemicals in locked cabinets or storage area. 3. Know the first aid procedures. 4. Provide a list of hazardous chemicals used on the farm. - **HERE ARE SOME THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN USING HEAVY FARM IMPLEMENTS:** 1. Do not use a tractor for transportation. It is not a passenger vehicle. 2. Use a seatbelt when driving a tractor. 3. Use of PPE can save the operator from serious injuries. - **SHOCK** 1. Do not give the victim anything to eat or drink. 2. Lay the victim on his/her back but do not move him/her if there is a neck or back injury. 3. Make sure that the victim gets adequate air. 4. Keep the victim warm. 5. Raise the victim's feet and legs with a pillow. 6. If the victim vomits, roll the victim on his/her side and keep the windpipe clear, - **BLEEDING AND WOUNDS** 1. Placa a clean cloth or gauze over the wound. Apply firm, steady pressure for at least 5 minutes. 2. Elevate an injured arm or leg above the level of the victim's heart if possible. 3. When bleeding stops, secure the cloth with a bandage. Do not lift the cloth from the wound to check if the bleeding has stopped. Be sure that the bandage is not too tight. 4. Check the victim for shock. - **CHEMICAL OR COMPRESSED GAS BURNS** 1. Use a drench hose, emergency shower, or eyewash for at least 15 minutes to rinse away all traces of chemicals while removing any contaminated clothing from the victim. 2. Cover the burn loosely with a clean, dry cloth or special burn dressing. 3. Check the victim for shock. - **HEAT OR ELECTRIC BURN** 1. Submerge the burned area in cold clean running water if the skin is not seriously affected. 2. Avoid applying cream or any form of ointment - **FAINTING** 1. Orinarily, fainting victims immediately regain consciousness after. If this does not happen, the victim should immediately be taken to the emergency room. 2. For the first aid, the victim should be laid down on their back and allowed plenty of fresh air. 3. Apply cold compress in the forehead and if victim vomits, keep the windpipe clear by rolling him to his/her side. - **HEAT STROKE** 1. Is threatening so this should never be taken for granted. Flush, hot and dry skin, rapid pulse, very minimal perspiration, and unconsciousness are signs of heat stroke. 2. You need to bring the victim to a cooler place and lise him/her on the back with feet up, then loosen cloting and remove footwear. 3. Apply cold compress or wet towel on the forehead, neck, armpit, and extremities to cool the victim. Treat the victim for shock or bring the victim to the nearest hospital.