Title: Follow safety procedures for personal protection.
Course: Turfgrass Management (18054-III) > Section: Gaining an Overview of the Turfgrass Industry

Following safety procedures should include

- explaining laboratory safety rules
- completing all applicable safety tests
- using protective clothing and equipment as applicable
- using supplies, chemicals, and equipment in compliance with all safety regulations and industry recommendations
- interpreting labels and safety data sheets (SDS)
- exhibiting safe behavior in the classroom, laboratory, and land lab.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the requirements related to clothing and equipment for personal protection? Why do these specific requirements exist?
- What skills do we need to demonstrate the safe use of supplies, chemicals, and equipment in the laboratory?
- Compare the employer's and individual employee's responsibilities for safety on the job. How are they alike and different? What are some potential consequences of failure to follow safety rules on the job?
- What are some safety hazards a typical employee might encounter at a turfgrass facility?