1. Chaguanas South Secondary

2.  Cuts,  Abrasions,  Amputations,  Punctures,  Eye injuries  Broken bones and bruises.

3.  Hand tools are designed to cut or move metal and wood.  Can you imagine what a single slip can do to fragile human flesh.

4. Safety is the key

6.  Wear the right safety gear for the job, including appropriate clothing.  Follow the correct procedure for using all tools, farming equipment or machines.

7.  Never place tools, equipment & materials where they hang on the edge of a bench.  Give your machine your full attention. Don’t look away or talk to others.

8.  After using a tool — clean it and return it to its proper storage place.  If anything breaks or malfunctions — report it to someone in authority at once.

9.  Be aware of what you are doing and where you are going at all times.  Keep children and other people away from tools and work area.  Take breaks from work, as necessary.

11. What is a safety precaution

12.  A safety precaution is any action taken BEFORE an activity to PREVENT danger, risk or injury during the activity.

13.  Keep machinery well maintained  Switch off engine when making adjustments  Do not wear loose clothing which may be caught in the machinery

14.  Use tools that are the right size & right type for your job.  Cut away from yourself when you use any sharp edged tools.

15.  Store and carry sharp tools and materials vertically, with the points and heavy end down.  Handle sharp-edged and pointed tools with care.

16.  Pass a tool to another person by the handle; never toss it to them.  Do not use tools which are loose or cracked.

17.  Cut in a direction away from your body. E.g. Brushing cutlass  Make sure your grip and footing are secure when using large tools. e.g. when using a fork

18.  Handle all chemicals to be sprayed with care when mixing and spraying.  Never store chemicals where children may accidentally become exposed.

19.  When spraying crops with a knapsack sprayer, spray with your back to the oncoming wind. Sprayer’s back is facing the wind.

27.  Remember, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!

28. Safety Symbol to look out for