Safety In Animal Science

Why is agriculture so dangerous? Write down 2-3 reasons agriculture is a dangerous industry. 3-4 people share their reasons

What are some injuries from animals in agriculture? Write down injuries that could occur from 2-3 different production agriculture animals (cows, pigs etc.) 3-4 people share their ideas

Agriculture One of the most dangerous occupations 150,000 disabling accidents Machines are the leading cause of accidents and livestock are second

Fatal Injuries Death rate- 28.7 deaths per 100,000 adult workers Average rate is 3.7 deaths per 100,000 in all other industries) 43 deaths per 100,000 youth Over 700 farmers and ranchers die in work-related accidents yearly, and an estimated 200 plus youth die doing farm work or being bystanders

OSHA Employees must be told about their rights and responsibilities OSHA requires employers to keep records of work-related injuries and illnesses if 11 or more employees work on the farm

Livestock Injuries Most serious injuries occur from horses and bulls Also occur with cows and hogs Age 45-64- cattle Kick Step on Pen someone Age25-64- Hogs Bite Step on people Knock people down

Human Error Major factor in accidents Being tired Not paying attention Poor judgment Not using PPE (personal protective equipment)

Ventilation Ventilation is required for clean air Manure storage pit Cleaned a few times a year Pit gases can kill workers and livestock Can cause major illness

Chemical Safety EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Major provisions Issues regulations under the Worker Protection Standard Major provisions PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) Restricted entry Acknowledgement of treatment Training on safe handling Water soap and towels must be provided

SDS Safety Data Sheets ID chemical Hazardous ingredients Physical and chemical characteristics Fire hazards Health hazards Safe handling Controlling spills

First Aid Kits Located in the classroom Contains proper medical supplies

Hazards of Handling Livestock Loading and unloading Always have an escape route Floors should be anti-slip and not cluttered Lighting should be adequate Approach animals from the front and with caution Always wear boots or hard shoes

General Livestock Handling Don’t use sudden noises or movements Do NOT handle animals roughly They remember and will be even worse the next time they are worked “Flight Zone”- imaginary circle around an animal or herd Cattle -5-20 feet

Handling Watch for signs of aggressiveness Warning signs include: Raised or pinned ears Raised tail or hair on the back Teeth showing Pawing the ground or snorting

Hog Handling Sow may attack if she feels like her piglets are threatened A solid hurdle or panel should be used with hogs Children should not pet hogs through fences Hogs want to stay or return to an area where they are familiar

Horse Safety Stay out of kicking range or stay really close Nervous handler = nervous horse Never strike a horse on the head A slight snap of the lead or punishment at the time of disobedience When leading walk beside the horse Do not wrap lead around hand Move slowly and cautiously

Zoonotic Diseases Disease that can be transferred to humans Ringworm Rabies Brucellosis Salmonella Tapeworm Spotted fever Cleanliness, vaccination, protective equipment, quarantine and avoiding exposure to prevent

Fire Extinguishers A- green triangle B-red square C- blue circle D- yellow star

Biosecurity Biosecurity- protect from biological harm to living things diseases, pests, bioterrorism Bioterrorism- the deliberate use of a biological or chemical weapon. Known as Agroterrorism in agriculture

Activity Tape one student’s hand to the palm of their hands and try to pick up a pencil, or book Have another student put their writing arm behind their back, and try to write with the other. Pass out worksheet and have students complete and turn into green baskets on book shelf by the door.