Ag Mech Shop Safety

Why are agricultural occupations dangerous?

• equipment has many moving parts

• working with electricity, power tools, & hot metal

• work is loud, dusty, & hot

• all of the above

Define hazard

• an unfortunate incident

• a potential source of danger

• wearing safety glasses

• working carefully with equipment

Define accident

• Tripping your partner while horseplaying

• a potential source of danger

• an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly

• keeping your work area clean

What makes the shop dangerous?

• an unfortunate incident that happens unexpectedly

• power tools, sharp edges, loud equipment, dust, chemicals exposure, compressed gas cylinders

• a potential source of danger

• the greenhouse

In the shop you have to use PPE to protect what you want to keep.

• true

• false

In the shop you should be fearful of the dangers & equipment.

• true

• false

What PPE protects your eyes?

• safety glasses

• gloves

• apron

• boots

What PPE should you use when working with hot metals?

• apron

• boots

• safety glasses

• gloves

Which of the following is a protective device on equipment?

• guards

• safety switches

• safety color paint

• all of the above

You should wear loose clothing in the shop

• false

• true