2015 tobacco season. heat stroke is a heat-related disease if left untreated it can be life...
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Graham FarmsSafety Training
2015 Tobacco Season
Heat stroke is a heat-related disease If left untreated it can be life
threatening If you feel the following symptoms,
notify your boss.
Heat Stroke
Heat Exhaustion: Heavy sweating Cramps Rapid heart rate Headache Nausea Vomit
Signs and Symptoms
Heat Stroke: Dry skin High body temperature Disorientation Confusion Dry, pale skin Red-colored skin Confusion Inability to think clearly Convulsions Fainting
Signs and Symptoms
Accessible drinking water Rest in the shade if you are feeling ill or
overheated. Drinking water will be kept cool Drink small quantities of water throughout the
day. Do NOT wait until you are thirsty. Apply knowledge from this presentation and
look to recognize the symptoms.
Heat Illness Prevention
Farm Respiratory Protection- Dust mask to
prevent inhalation of hazardous material. Protective gloves- Prevention of green tobacco
sickness and hazardous materials. Garbage bags- Wet tobacco prevention. Appropriate and safe work attire.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Never get into the baler during operation. It is never
safe. Be especially careful with your hands while the
machine is operating. Do not place hands along the edge, as fingers can easily be pinched or crushed
Always pay attention to others around the machine. Monitor for leaks or problems with the hydraulic system. If there is a leak, notify the person in charge immediately. Do NOT touch the leak!
Do not get in the way when the bale is released.
Baler Safety
Symptoms: headache, dizziness, nausea,
insomnia, weakness, vomiting, loss of appetite.
Prevention: Wash hands often Wear proper PPE
Green Tobacco Sickness
Keep a clean workspace with tools stored
safely. Keep a safe distance from gas and diesel fuel
tanks as well as other flammable substances. Don’t wear loose clothing around equipment
or in work areas. Always be aware and pay attention Do not operate equipment unless authorized
General Safety
Never allow riders. Only one person on board. Always wear a seatbelt when possible Keep yourself and others away from moving parts. Always pay attention to wear you are going. Slow down when turning, crossing slopes, or
driving on rough, slick, or muddy surfaces. It is safer to back up an incline. Apply power slowly when pulling a heavy load. Lock the brake pedals together for single action
braking.
Tractor Safety
Inspect hydraulic equipment regularly for
leaks. Report and fix any leaks immediately. Ensure that all couplings are properly installed
and in good working condition. If you see any issues with the hydraulic
equipment, it is best to just report it right away.
Hydraulic Equipment Safety
Guards and shields are extremely important because
they keep operators from inadvertently contacting, or being caught, by moving machinery parts. Ensure that moving parts are guarded or shielded whenever possible. In addition, to prevent burns or fires, shield heat-producing components (e.g., exhaust pipes).
Since all moving parts cannot be guarded due to their function, stay clear of these machines when they are in operation. In addition, turn these machines off if they need service, maintenance, or repair
Safety Shields and Guards
Always read the label first and follow the
directions to the letter, including all precautions and restrictions.
Use protective measures when handling pesticides as directed by the label, such as wearing impermeable gloves, long pants, and long-sleeve shirts. Change clothes and wash your hands immediately after applying pesticides.
Pesticide Safety
Non Tobacco Related Material Foreign objects in tobacco Could be particles such as metal or plastic Could be suckers Efficient sorting is critical
NTRM Reduction
Keep work area clean. Do NOT throw trash on the ground. Use the trash cans around the workspace to
discard of any trash. Keep all tools and debris picked up A safe work area must be clean
Housekeeping Rules
Keep hands away from pinch points. Do NOT stand under the box when it is being
lifted. When the forklift is picking up the box,
communicate with the forklift driver using hand signals to avoid serious injury.
Stay out of the path of the forklift.
Box/Forklift Safety
In the event of a serious emergency, call 911
immediately. Utilize the First Aid kit when necessary. First Aid kit will be located under the fire
extinguisher.
Emergency Response/First Aid
Never mix different stalk positions within the
same bales. For example, it would be a mistake to mix
sand lugs with tips.
Grade Separation
Moisture should not exceed more than 17.5%
moisture. Bale weight should not exceed 800 lbs. Ideal weight is 700 lbs.
Moisture and Bale Weights
Eat and drink only in designated areas. Use trash cans. Keep areas clean. Pick all grass and suckers out of tobacco. Do not throw trash on the ground. Keep all foreign material separated from
tobacco.
NTRM Prevention