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Technology and
Livelihood Education
Quarter 1,Wk.8 - Module 9
UNDERTAKE HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTION WORK
AS DIRECTED

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Technology and Livelihood Education- Grade 9
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Technology and
Livelihood
Education
Quarter 1, Wk.8 - Module 9
UNDERTAKE HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTION
WORK AS DIRECTED

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 Table of Contents

What This Module is About .................................................................................................... i

What I Need to Know ............................................................................................................. ii
How to Learn from this Module ............................................................................................. iii
Icons of this Module............................................................................................................... iii

What I Know ......................................................................................................................... iv

Lesson 1:
UNDERTAKE HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTION WORK AS DIRECTED………………..1
What I Need to Know .................................................................................... 1
What’s In…………………………………………………………………………1
What’s New ................................................................................................ 2
What Is It........................................................................................................ 3
What’s More ................................................................................................. 6
What I Can Do ............................................................................................... 8
What I Have Learned .................................................................................... 9

Summary…………………………………………………………………………………………9
Assessment: (Post-Test)………………………………………………………………………11
Key to Answers ................................................................................................................... 12
References.......................................................................................................................... 13
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What This Module is About

This module covers the skills and knowledge required to support horticultural
production under supervision. It will include on how to Observe workplace practices,
handling and disposal of materials following enterprise policy and procedures, Report
problems or difficulties in completing work to required standards timelines to authority based
on company reporting procedures. Supporting horticultural production work also covers
knowledge to identify and reinforce safe behaviors and eliminate unsafe behaviors, reducing
waste in horticulture and how to handle employee complaints.

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 What I Need to Know

Ecological Solid Waste Management Act No. 9003 of 2000.

An Act providing for an Ecological Solid Waste Management Program, creating the
necessary Institutional Mechanisms and Incentives, declaring certain Acts prohibited and
providing Penalties, appropriating funds therefore, and for other purposes.
This Act makes provision for the efficient solid waste management, for the volume
reduction of the waste, its environment friendly disposal, composting, recycling, re-use,
recovery, green charcoal process; for the collection, treatment and disposal in
environmentally sound solid waste management facilities whereas it shall be possible to
correctly dispose the proper segregation, collection, transport, storage, treatment and
disposal of solid waste ;under this Act national research and development.
Implementing Rules and Regulations of the Philippine Ecological Solid Waste
Management Act of 2000
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 59 of Republic Act No. 9003 , otherwise known
as the "Philippine Ecological Solid Waste Management Act of 2000," and by virtue of
Executive Order No. 192, Series of 1987, the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources hereby adopts and promulgates the following rules and regulations
ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS
Presidential Decree (PD) 1152, ―the Philippine Environmental Code,‖ which took
effect in 1977, provides a basis for an integrated waste management regulation starting
from waste source to methods of disposal. PD 1152 has further mandated specific
guidelines to manage municipal wastes (solid and liquid), sanitary landfill and incinerat ion,
and disposal sites in the Philippines. In 1990, the Philippine Congress enacted the Toxic
Substances, Hazardous and Nuclear Wastes Control Act, commonly known as Republic Act
(RA) 6969, a law designed to respond to increasing problems associated with toxic
chemicals and hazardous and nuclear wastes. RA 6969 mandates control and management
of import, manufacture, process, distribution, use, transport, treatment, and disposal of
toxic substances and hazardous and nuclear wastes in the country. The Act seeks to protect
public health and the environment from unreasonable risks posed by these substances in
the Philippines. Apart from the basic policy rules and regulations of RA 6969, hazardous
waste management must also comply with the requirements of other specific environmental
laws, such as PD 984 (Pollution Control Law), PD 1586 (Environmental Impact Assessment
System Law), RA 8749 (Clean Air Act) and RA 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management
Act) and their implementing rules and regulations.

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How to Learn from this Module
To achieve the objectives cited above, you are to do the following:
• Take your time reading the lessons carefully.
• Follow the directions and/or instructions in the activities and exercises diligently.
• Answer all the given tests and exercises.

Icons of this Module

What I Need to This part contains learning objectives that

Know are set for you to learn as you go along the
module.

What I know This is an assessment as to your level of

knowledge to the subject matter at hand,
meant specifically to gauge prior related
knowledge
What’s In This part connects previous lesson with that
of the current one.

What’s New An introduction of the new lesson through

various activities, before it will be presented
to you

What is It These are discussions of the activities as a

way to deepen your discovery and under-
standing of the concept.

What’s More These are follow-up activities that are in-

tended for you to practice further in order to
master the competencies.

What I Have Activities designed to process what you

Learned have learned from the lesson

What I can do These are tasks that are designed to show-

case your skills and knowledge gained, and
applied into real-life concerns and situations.

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 What I Know

Pre test

TRUE or FALSE: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if it is wrong. Write your
answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Always use the proper personal protection equipment (PPE)..

2. Proper work practices, equipment, and controls—can help reduce workplace accidents
involving the moving, handling, and storing of materials.
3 .Simple organoleptic evaluations (coulor, odour and taste) of water should NOT be
performed as part of the daily monitoring procedures.
4. To initiate a formal review, the employee must notify the supervisor in writing within 40
working days of the occurrence on which the complaint is based. A copy must be forwarded
to the manager of the complaint procedure.
5. The most ideal method of Disposal of farm plastics is to Convert the waste into a usable
By-product such as building Materials, fence posts, recreational Furniture or recycled Silage
wrap.
6. The formal complaint procedure may NOT be used at any time by an employee or former
employee to request the review of a complaint.
7. The recommended Disposal options for Waste materials are as follows: low organic
waste (rocks and Silt): silt is returned to the land, Rocks are buried. wastewater: treated to
approved Standards and discharged. Waste sludge from treatment Process: land applied in
accordance With regulations.
8. Section C - farm plastics And other wastes.
9. If the employee is dissatisfied with the review of the supervisor's decision, the employee
must forward an appeal to the manager of the complaint procedure within 10 working days.

10. Using the following personal protective equipment prevents needless injuries when manually
moving materials: Hand and forearm protection, such as gloves, for loads with sharp or rough
edges,Eye protection,Steel-toed safety shoes or boots,Metal, fiber, or plastic metatarsal guards
to protect the instep area from impact or compression.

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 Lesson Title of the Lesson
1 UNDERTAKE HORTICULTURAL PRODUCTION WORK AS DIRECTED

What I Need to Know

LESSON 1. SUPPORT HORTICULTURA L WORK
LO 2. Undertake horticultural production work as directed

Leraning Competencies: 2.4. Observe workplace practices, handling and disposal of

materials following enterprise policy and procedures, Report problems or difficulties in
completing work to required standards timelines to authority based on company reporting
procedures

Learning Objective
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you should be able to manage waste materials.
a. Observe workplace practices, handling and disposal of materials following enterprise policy and
procedures, report problems or diffic ulties in completing work to required standards timeliness,
report problems procedures.

What’s In
Find the meaning of the following words:
a. Disposal
b. Enterprise
c. Policy
d. Procedure

What’s New

10 Basic Rules for Safely Handling Hazardous Materials

Impacts of human exposure to chemicals and other hazardous materials can range from
simple skin irritation to long-term illnesses such as cancer. Aware of the dangers that exist, it’s
important to create a culture of safety for handling, transporting, and storing these kinds of
materials. All employees responsible for handling hazardous materials are required by federal
regulations to undergo proper hazmat training, but that doesn’t remove your company’s
responsibility to provide an environment that is conducive to the safe handling of hazmat
materials.

Encourage your employees to take ownership of creating and maintaining a safe work
environment. Start by following these 10 rules which represent the best ways to avoid a hazmat
incident.

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1. Assess the risks that exist in the workplace. Know which materials in the workplace
represent hazards.

2. Provide employees adequate training and information about the hazardous materials
in your workplace. As mentioned, federal training is a prerequisite, but often
stipulates only a minimum obligation. Don’t be afraid to expand safety consultation
and procedures beyond those required by law and encourage established
procedures on employees.

3. Consider potential hazards and plan ahead. Have arrangements and procedures in
place to handle emergency circumstances that may arise from hazmat spills or
exposure. This means making sure employees understand emergency procedures,
including evacuation, cleanup or what to do in case of fire. Make sure emergency
equipment such as eye wash and shower stations are accessible, kept clean and are
tested routinely. Train employees on first-aid skills and how to respond to co-workers
who may be injured or experience chemical exposure.

4. Always use the proper personal protection equipment (PPE). Old or damaged PPE
should be replaced, and the PPE should be inspected prior to each use. Proper
control measures like ventilation hoods should always be used and routinely
inspected.

5. Ensure all hazardous materials are properly marked. Make sure all hazmat
containers are adequately labeled and that all chemicals are stored in the
appropriate containers.

6. Keep all hazardous materials stored properly. Keep chemicals in dry, cool and
ventilated areas, and separate incompatible materials. Always keep lids closed –
meaning leak-proof and vapor-tight – on all hazmat containers. Make sure these
storage areas are free from items that might cause trips, falls or spills, and free from
materials that might encourage pests or rodents. Always keep work areas clean. Not
just of clutter, but clean work surfaces frequently to minimize risk of contamination or
exposure.

7. Only use hazardous materials for their intended purposes.

8. Never eat or drink while handling hazardous materials, and always wash hands after
using, handling or transporting hazardous chemicals.

9. Employees handling hazardous materials should always read the labels to

understand what they’re working with and have the safety data sheet (SDS)
accessible prior to using any materials in order to understand how to handle a spill or
exposure to that chemical.

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 10. Report any concerns about damaged containers or potential leaks or spills. Even if a
suspicion turns out to be incorrect, as the saying goes, it’s always better to be safe
than sorry.

What Is It
Procedure for Solving Problems in the Workplace

Scope
The procedure for solving problems in the workplace is available to all current and
former employees of the Research Foundation (RF). Fellows and independent contractors
are not covered by this procedure. In the case of contractors, individual contractual
agreements will cover disputes.
The review process for employee complaints provides a means for an employee to
clarify a situation that the employee perceives as a violation of the terms and conditions of
employment. The review and resolution may be carried out informally or may, at the
employee's option, involve the filing of a written complaint.
In this section, the requirements are described for an informal and formal resolution of
workplace problems. When calculating working days for the purposes of this procedure,
Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays are excluded.

Requirements for an Informal Resolution

Resolution with the Supervisor

Each supervisor and employee is encouraged to resolve workplace problems
informally and in an atmosphere of mutual respect. An employee should bring any work-
related problem to the attention of his or her immediate supervisor as soon as possible so
the problem may be resolved. The supervisor should discuss with the employee those
concerns in an effort to resolve the problem in a timely manner.

Resolution with the Manager of the Complaint Procedure

If either wishes, the employee and/or the supervisor may seek assistance in resolving
problems from the manager of the compliant procedure Chris Cantone-Stadier, Sr. Manager,
Human Resource Services.

Requirements for the Formal Review Process

The formal complaint procedure may be used at any time by an employee or former
employee to request the review of a complaint. The formal process allows an employee to
file a written complaint with the supervisor, provides for management review of the
supervisor's decision, and provides for final review in an appeal process. Each complaint
filed must be made in the name of an individual employee.

Initial Written Complaint

To initiate a formal review, the employee must notify the supervisor in writing within
40 working days of the occurrence on which the complaint is based. A copy must be
forwarded to the manager of the complaint procedure.

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The written complaint should contain the following information:

o Name and address of complainant (home or work)

o Position
o Description in detail of the nature of the complaint
o The time and date when the basis for the complaint is alleged to have occurred
o The names and positions of all persons alleged to be involved in the complaint
o Other supporting material
o Date submitted
o Employee's signature

Within 10 working days after receiving the complaint, the employee's supervisor will
confer with the employee to discuss the complaint. The supervisor may also make additional
inquiry regarding the complaint.
Within 10 working days after conferring with the employee, the supervisor will render
a decision in writing, furnishing a copy to the employee and to the manager of the complaint
procedure. If the employee accepts the supervisor's decision in writing, the complaint is
resolved. If the supervisor does not render a decision on a complaint within the prescribed
time limit, the complaint is deemed denied, and the employee may ask for a review at the
next supervisory level.
A copy of the employee's initial written complaint must be forwarded to the manager
of the complaint procedure, who will retain the copy at the location. The employee should
retain the original written complaint.
When the supervisor renders a decision in writing regarding the complaint, he or she must
provide a written decision to the employee and to the manager of the complaint procedure.
The supervisor will retain a copy of the decision.

Review of Supervisor's Decision

If the employee is dissatisfied with the supervisor's decision, he or she may request a
review of the decision by the next supervisory level. If the immediate supervisor is the project
director, Research Foundation operations manager, or an individual reporting to the campus
president, the review of the supervisor's decision will be at the appeal level.
The employee must submit a signed statement to the next supervisory or appeal
level within 10 working days after the employee is informed of the supervisor's decision. The
statement should explain why the employee feels the supervisor's decision should be
overruled or modified. The employee must forward a copy of this statement to the manager
of the complaint procedure and should retain the original written statement.
The reviewer shall consider the employee's complaint and the immediate
supervisor's decision, taking into account the initial formal complaint and all material
submitted by the employee. The reviewer may make additional inquiry regarding the
complaint.
Within 20 working days after receiving a request for a review, the reviewer shall render a
decision in writing to the employee with a copy to the supervisor and to the manager of the
complaint procedure. The reviewer should retain a copy of the decision.

Appeal Process
If the employee is dissatisfied with the review of the supervisor's decision, the
employee must forward an appeal to the manager of the complaint procedure within 10
working days. The appeal shall be in writing and include the reason(s) for the appeal. The
employee should retain the original written appeal.

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 The manager of the complaint procedure will notify the campus president or designee
that a timely appeal has been received and will forward a copy of all complaints involving
appeal reviews to the Research Foundation Central Office of Employee Relations.
The location's Research Foundation operations manager or ad hoc review committee
will conduct the appeal proceeding within 15 working days and, within 20 working days after
the conclusion of the proceeding, will render a final decision. The manager of the complaint
procedure must notify the employee in writing of the final decision. A copy of the appeal
decision will be forwarded to the Research Foundation Central Office of Employee Relations.
Note: The time limits specified in this complaint procedure will be observed and applied
strictly and will not be extended without the prior written consent of the employee and the
applicable level of supervision responsible for the review. If an employee fails to comply with
any time limit, the complaint shall be deemed automatically withdrawn and the proceeding
terminated.

Responsibilities
Research Foundation operating locations are responsible for ensuring that this procedure for
solving problems in the workplace is implemented at the location. Specific responsibilities
are as follows:

Operating Locations
The campus president or designee is responsible for:

o implementing this procedure at the location.

o designating a person or committee to consider appeals.
The Research Foundation operations manager or designee is responsible for:

o ensuring all Research Foundation employees at the location and their supervisors
are fully informed of policies and procedures for solving problems in the workplace.
o designating a manager of the complaint procedure.
The employee is responsible for timely submission of complaints within the established
guidelines of this complaint procedure.

Section C - Potato/Vegetable Waste Management

Potato production is a large and growing industry on Prince Edward Island. This
success in production is accompanied by an increase in the volume of wastes associated
with grading and processing.
The recommended Disposal options for these Waste materials is as follows:
• low organic waste (rocks and Silt): silt is returned to the land, Rocks are buried.
• wastewater: treated to approved Standards and discharged.
• waste sludge from treatment Process: land applied in accordance With regulations.
Section d - farm plastics And other wastes
Proper disposal of farm Plastics
The most ideal method of Disposal of farm plastics is to Convert the waste into a
usable By-product such as building Materials, fence posts, recreational Furniture or
recycled Silage wrap. A manufacturing Facility is in operation on prince Edward
island. Landfilling or Burning of farm plastics is not Recommended.
The island waste management Corporation will accept clean, Dry silage wrap at the
east Prince waste management Facility. Residents of the east Prince area may
contact the Corporation office for their Disposal needs. Arms generate a number Of
other waste materials. These include plastics, Chemicals, empty containers, Building
materials, old Machinery, animal health care Products and petroleum wastes.
Farm plastics

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 Plastics are used on the farm In a variety of manners. These Include silage wrap and
nylon Twine. Plastic film placed on the Surface of the soil to enhance Heat retention
is a new technique Used in agriculture. It is Also used for cover and storage Of
forages.
Steps in off-farm recycling of plastic wrap
• once the plastic wrap is removed, shake it to remove contaminants (dirt, haylage,
water, ice, etc.). Separate strings from the Plastic. • store plastic wrap indoors. This
will keep it from further contamination And degradation by sunlight. Some farmers
store Plastic on hay wagons inside machinery sheds. • keep plastic clean and dry. •
bale or compact into small square bales for easier handling, Storing and transporting.
Bale only with plastic string.
Disposing of Plastic containers
The recommended way to Dispose of empty plastic pesticide Containers is to return
them To the pesticide dealer for recycling.
.Farm building materials
Even though many building Materials will not adversely affect The environment, the
preserving
Materials on many of them could Cause problems. Dumping, Burying or burning this
material
On the farm is unacceptable Because it could cause pollution And be dangerous for
people, Especially children. Piles of Building materials make excellent Havens for
rodents. Reusable building materials Should be separated and stored For future use.
Remaining excess Construction materials should be Taken to an approved site for
Disposal.
Machinery and equipment
Machinery, equipment, stoves, Refrigerators, bulk tanks and
Water heaters become outdated And must be replaced.
• reusing or repairing old Components can make good Economic sense. Unusable
Equipment can be sold to Scrap dealers. Before equipment Is taken, remove any
Hazardous materials such
As antifreeze, oils or fuels.
• stoves, refrigerators, water Heaters, etc. Can be taken to a Provincial landfill (white
goods
Area) where the items will be Crushed, bailed and recycled. A contractor is hired by
the Province to recover the ozonedepleting Substances from Refrigerators before
they are Crushed.
• all tires should be brought to An approved disposal location.

Precautions for handling drinking water in the fields and packing areas:
 Water supply systems should be in good condition, and operating properly requires
constant monitoring. Water should be stored in clean, previously sanitized containers
and tanks.
 Water containers should be washed and sanitized on a daily basis.
 Water storage containers should be closed at all times.
 Containers should be kept away from the sun and excessive heat.
 Disposable cups should be provided and each person should use a different cup.
 Frequent microbiological and physical evaluation should be performed on drinking
water when the water is being stored or treated on-site.
 Simple organoleptic evaluations (coulor, odour and taste) of water should be
performed as part of the daily monitoring procedures.
 If any of the water quality tests indicate the quality is not adequate, the water should
be replaced to reduce the chances of infection and the proper authorities should be
notified of the problem.

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This fact sheet is for secondary school students undertaking work experience programs,
and for their host employers. It can be used as a tool to assist with task planning, and to
develop appropriate induction, training and supervision to minimise any risk to students
while they are ‘at work’.

Students must be given instruction, and must be supervised at all times.

Consideration must always be given to hazards when allocating tasks. If any risk
exists, students must NOT undertake the activity.

Hazard Possible Harmful Possible Employer Action Preventative Action

Effects to Prevent Injury / Illness Students Can Take
Powered Operators, Students must NOT operate Students must NOT
mobile plant passengers, mobile plant operate mobile plant
including bystanders being
tractors, rolled on or pinned
slashers, 2- underneath could
wheel lead to death or
motorcycle, 4- serious injury
wheel all Crush injury to
terrain fingers, hands
vehicles (ATV)
Unlevelled Falls  Place appropriate safety  Observe safety
terrain Cuts signs signs
 Require appropriate PPE  Wear PPE
including safety footwear including safety
footwear
Dust Foreign body in eye  Provide eye and  Wear eye and
Respiratory effects respiratory protection respiratory
protection provided
Fertilisers Skin contact may  Use least hazardous  Use PPE provided
result in allergic product for the task  Follow safe working
Pesticides reaction  Provide Material Safety procedures when
Swallowing or Data Sheets (MSDS) handling chemicals
Herbicides inhalation of fumes  Dispense and mix in well-  Clean up spills
can lead to ventilated areas immediately
Fuel headache, nausea,  Store and label chemicals
dizziness, vomiting - appropriately
poisoning, loss of  Ensure First Aid
consciousness and arrangements
fatality.  Provide emergency
eyewash bottle and/or
Long-term exposure shower
may result to chronic  Provide appropriate PPE
(ongoing) illness,
 Clean up spills
including cancers immediately
Noise and Hearing loss  Maintain powered tools to  Wear hearing
vibration Musculoskeletal reduce noise and avoid protection provided
disorder, including excessive vibration
sprains and strains  Provide hearing protection
Manual Musculoskeletal  Provide mechanical aids  Use mechanical
handling disorders, including  Document safe system of aids provided
(bending, sprains and strains work  Seek help when
reaching,  Provide training in safe you think a team lift
stretching, manual handling is required
pulling, lifting, techniques  Exercise: warm
repetitive  Encourage team lifts up/stretch before
motions, starting work, and
awkward cool down/stretch
posture) at end of the shift
or working day
Heat, or Heat rashes, heat  Provide regular rest  Be aware of
cold/wet cramps, heat stress, breaks potential for hot or
weather dehydration, loss of  Provide shade where cold weather
conditions fine motor controls, practicable conditions to cause
sunburn, numbness,  Re-schedule work if illness – rest and
frostbite, hypothermia extreme weather seek assistance if
Fatigue conditions present risk you feel that heat
 Assess work hours in or cold may be
difficult conditions affecting you
 Provide water in hot  Wear appropriate
weather clothing and take
 Provide appropriate regular rest breaks
clothing / PPE
Handling soil Legionnaire’s  Minimise dust  Follow hygiene
Potting mixes disease  Provide appropriate procedures
clothing and PPE  Wear appropriate
 Establish hygiene clothing and PPE
procedures
Fertiliser store Falls from heights Students must NOT work in Students must NOT
/ silos Suffocation confined spaces such as work in confined
silos spaces such as silos

Contact with Dermatitis  Provide appropriate PPE  Wear appropriate

fungi, viruses Infectious diseases  Provide First Aid kit and PPE
and bacteria. Snake or insect bite training
Insects,
snakes,
vermin
Sexual Emotional stress,  Establish work place  Report any
harassment, fear and anxiety, policy concerns
work place physical illness  Provide staff briefings or immediately
bullying training

What’s More

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 What I Can Do
What should your employees know before moving, handling, and storing materials?
In addition to training and education, applying general safety principles —such as proper
work practices, equipment, and controls—can help reduce workplace accidents involving the
moving, handling, and storing of materials. Whether moving materials manually or mechanically,
your employees should know and understand the potential hazards associated with the tas k at
hand and how to control their workplaces to minimize the danger.
Because numerous injuries can result from improperly handling and storing materials,
workers should also be aware of accidents that may result from the unsafe or improper handling
of equipment as well as from improper work practices. In addition, workers should be able to
recognize the methods for eliminating—or at least minimizing—the occurrence of such accidents.
Employers and employees should examine their workplaces to detect any unsafe or unhealthful
conditions, practices, or equipment and take corrective action.
What are the potential hazards for workers?
Workers frequently cite the weight and bulkiness of objects that they lift as major
contributing factors to their injuries. In 1999, for example, more than 420,000 workplace
accidents resulted in back injuries. Bending, followed by twisting and turning, were the more
commonly cited movements that caused back injuries.
Other hazards include falling objects, improperly stacked materials, and various types of
equipment. You should make your employees aware of potential injuries that can occur when
manually moving materials, including the following:

 Strains and sprains from lifting loads improperly or from carrying loads that are either t oo
large or too heavy,
 Fractures and bruises caused by being struck by materials or by being caught in pinch
points, and
 Cuts and bruises caused by falling materials that have been improperly stored or by
incorrectly cutting ties or other securing devices.

What precautions should workers take when moving materials manually?

When moving materials manually, workers should attach handles or holders to loads. In addition,
workers should always wear appropriate personal protective equipment and use proper liftin g
techniques. To prevent injury from oversize loads, workers should seek help in the following:

 When a load is so bulky that employees cannot properly grasp or lift it,
 When employees cannot see around or over a load, or
 When employees cannot safely handle a load.

Using the following personal protective equipment prevents needless injuries when manually
moving materials:

 Hand and forearm protection, such as gloves, for loads with sharp or rough edges.
 Eye protection.
 Steel-toed safety shoes or boots.
 Metal, fiber, or plastic metatarsal guards to protect the instep area from impact or
compression.

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 What I Have Learned

Employees should use blocking materials to manage loads safely. Workers should
also be cautious when placing blocks under a raised load to ensure that the load is not
released before removing their hands from under the load. Blocking materials and timbers
should be large and strong enough to support the load safely. In addition to materials with
cracks, workers should not use materials with rounded corners, splintered pieces, or dry rot
for blocking.

Summary

10 Basic Rules for Safely Handling Hazardous Materials

1. Asess the risks that exist in the workplace. Know which materials in the workplace
represent hazards.

2. Provide employees adequate training and information about the hazardous materials
in your workplace. As mentioned, federal training is a prerequisite, but often
stipulates only a minimum obligation. Don’t be afraid to expand safet y consultation
and procedures beyond those required by law and encourage established
procedures on employees.

3. Consider potential hazards and plan ahead. Have arrangements and procedures in
place to handle emergency circumstances that may arise from hazmat spills or
exposure. This means making sure employees understand emergency procedures,
including evacuation, cleanup or what to do in case of fire. Make sure emergency
equipment such as eye wash and shower stations are accessible, kept clean and are
tested routinely. Train employees on first-aid skills and how to respond to co-workers
who may be injured or experience chemical exposure.

4. Always use the proper personal protection equipment (PPE). Old or damaged PPE
should be replaced, and the PPE should be inspected prior to each use. Proper
control measures like ventilation hoods should always be used and routinely
inspected.

5. Ensure all hazardous materials are properly marked. Make sure all hazmat
containers are adequately labeled and that all chemicals are stored in the appropriate
containers.

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 6. Keep all hazardous materials stored properly. Keep chemicals in dry, cool and
ventilated areas, and separate incompatible materials. Always keep lids closed –
meaning leak-proof and vapor-tight – on all hazmat containers. Make sure these
storage areas are free from items that might cause trips, falls or spills, and free from
materials that might encourage pests or rodents. Always keep work areas clean. Not
just of clutter, but clean work surfaces frequently to minimize risk of contamination or
exposure.

7. Only use hazardous materials for their intended purposes.

8. Never eat or drink while handling hazardous materials, and always wash hands after
using, handling or transporting hazardous chemicals.

9. Employees handling hazardous materials should always read the labels to

understand what they’re working with and have the safety data sheet (SDS)
accessible prior to using any materials in order to understand how to handle a spill or
exposure to that chemical.

10. Report any concerns about damaged containers or potential leaks or spills. Even if a
suspicion turns out to be incorrect, as the saying goes, it’s always better to be safe
than sorry.

The written complaint should contain the following information:

o Name and address of complainant (home or work)

o Position
o Description in detail of the nature of the complaint
o The time and date when the basis for the complaint is alleged to have occurred
o The names and positions of all persons alleged to be involved in the complaint
o Other supporting material
o Date submitted
o Employee's signature

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 Assessment
(Post-Test)

TRUE or FALSE: Write TRUE if the statement is correct and FALSE if it is wrong. Write your
answer on a separate sheet of paper.

1. Always use the proper personal protection equipment (PPE)..

2. Proper work practices, equipment, and controls—can help reduce workplace accidents
involving the moving, handling, and storing of materials.
3 .Simple organoleptic evaluations (coulor, odour and taste) of water should NOT be
performed as part of the daily monitoring procedures.
4. To initiate a formal review, the employee must notify the supervisor in writing within 40
working days of the occurrence on which the complaint is based. A copy must be forwarded
to the manager of the complaint procedure.
5. The most ideal method of Disposal of farm plastics is to Convert the waste into a usable
By-product such as building Materials, fence posts, recreational Furniture or recycled Silage
wrap.
6. The formal complaint procedure may NOT be used at any time by an employee or former
employee to request the review of a complaint.
7. The recommended Disposal options for Waste materials are as follows: low organic
waste (rocks and Silt): silt is returned to the land, Rocks are buried. wastewater: treated to
approved Standards and discharged. Waste sludge from treatment Process: land applied in
accordance With regulations.
8. Section C - farm plastics And other wastes.
9. If the employee is dissatisfied with the review of the supervisor's decision, the employee
must forward an appeal to the manager of the complaint procedure within 10 working days.

10. Using the following personal protective equipment prevents needless injuries when manually
moving materials: Hand and forearm protection, such as gloves, for loads with sharp or rough
edges,Eye protection,Steel-toed safety shoes or boots,Metal, fiber, or plastic metatarsal guards
to protect the instep area from impact or compression.

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 Key to Answers

1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. FALSE
4. TRUE
5. TRUE
6. FALSE
7. TRUE
8. FALSE
9. TRUE
10.TRUE

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References

 http://www.depedbataan.com/resources/9/k_to_12_crop_production_learning_
modules.pdf
 https://www.conserve-energy-future.com/waste-manage ment-and-waste-
disposal-methods.php
 https://sciencepark.com.ph/blog/waste-management-important/

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Department of Education – Bureau of Learning Resources (DepEd-BLR)

DepEd: Division of Iligan CIty

Office Address: General Aguinaldo, St., Iligan City
Telefax: (063) 221-6069
E-mail Address: iligan.city@deped.gov.ph