Title: Demonstrate safe use of tools, materials, and equipment for use in agricultural structural systems.
Course: Agricultural Structural Systems (18403) > Section: Orienting Students To Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Safety and Operation

Demonstration must include

- passing written tests with 100% accuracy on
  - general lab/workshop safety
  - safety and operating procedures for all tools, equipment, and machinery
  - the major parts of all tools, equipment, and machinery
- passing a proficiency/performance test with 100% accuracy for all tools, equipment, and machinery
- following manufacturer’s instructions and reviewing safety manuals, when applicable
- following all safety guidelines and procedures when using tools, equipment, and machinery in the agricultural mechanics lab/workshop and land lab
- selecting appropriate PPE for the operation of concern
- following the safety standards and regulations of the EPA, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Equipment and Engine Training Council (EETC) Education Committee, and safety data sheets (SDS)
- using the appropriate PPE for the task
- using language, symbols, and procedures related to the operation of tools and equipment
- operating approved equipment using all safety procedures, manufacturers recommendations, and instructor guidelines.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How often should one participate in safety training programs? Why?
- How does insurance impact the requirement of continuous retraining for safety?
- Why is it important to have every student achieve 100 percent on the state/local safety test?
- What are some examples of basic housekeeping standards?
- What are the different categories of tools?
- What are the various safety hazards associated with each tool group?
- What are some common safety rules with power equipment?
- How are symbols used for the operation of equipment?
- Where can you find the safety rules for using the equipment at your school?

Teacher Resource:

Laboratory Safety Resources, Virginia Tech (https://www.alce.vt.edu/signature-programs/team-ag-ed/teacher-resources.html)