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TLE-AFA-AGRI CROP
PRODUCTION
Quarter 2– Module 3:
SAFETY MEASURES WHILE
WORKING IN THE FARM
TLE – Grade 10
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Quarter 2 – Module 3: SAFETY MEASURES WHILE WORKING IN THE FARM
First Edition, 2020

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TLE-AFA – AGRI CROP

PRODUCTION
Quarter 2– Module 3:
SAFETY MEASURES WHILE
WORKING IN THE FARM
 What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here
to help you to familiarize the usage of personal protective equipment
(PPE) when working in the farm, proper disposal of waste product then
identifying hazard in the workplace and its maintenance task.
The scope of this module permits it to be used in many different
learning situations. The language used recognizes the diverse vocabulary
level of students. The lessons are arranged to follow the standard
sequence of the course. But the order in which you read them can be
changed to correspond with the textbook you are now using.

Content Standard

The learner demonstrates an understanding of concepts,

underlying theories, and principles in the preparation of materials, tools
and equipment in agronomic crop production.

Performance Standard

The learner prepares farm tools and equipment for agronomic

crop production based on required task.

Learning Competency TLE_AFAC9-12CW-If-j-2

LO 2. Undertake agronomic crop work as directed

2.4. Observe good workplace practice in handling and disposing of

materials following enterprise policy and procedures

2.5. Report problems or difficulties in completing work to required

standards or timelines to authority, based on company reporting
procedures

Learning Objectives:

At the end of the module, you should be able to:

1. Apply appropriate safety measures while working in the farm

2. Identify ways on how to safe keep/dispose tools, materials, and outfit
to avoid hazards.
3. Apply company reporting procedures whenever problems occur in
completing work requirements with honesty.

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 What I Know

Take this test.

Directions: Read each item carefully, and use your notebook for your
answers.
I. List at least 5 potential emergencies that may occur in a crop
production farm.
1. ____________________
2. ____________________
3. ____________________
4. ____________________
5. ____________________

II. Give one example of a CAUTION statement from the label/packaging

of a chemical container. (5 points)

_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
Note: If you get 100% correct in this pre- assessment, skip the lesson but
if not and only get 50% to 99% correct, then proceed with the lesson.

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 Lesson SAFETY MEASURES
1 WHILE WORKING IN THE
FARM

Fig. 2. Farm workers risk COVID-19

Fig. 1. Farmers before the pandemic. to harvest crops.

APPLY APPROPRIATE SAFETY MEASURES WHILE

WORKING IN THE FARM

Materials in the farm today are too complicated compared to the

old days. Before, we can work in the farm without protection like mask
and gloves. As time goes by, farm tools and equipment improved. Along
with these improvements are the hazards it may bring to people. Many
hazards are present in the farm. If the farmers are not aware of these
hazards, these may cause injury to their body or may cause diseases and
even death. Farmer should always apply appropriate safety measures
while working in the farm.

In this lesson, the students with the guidance and supervision of

their facilitator (guardian/parent/tutor) should identify farm works that
involve the use of chemicals and hazardous tools and equipment,
determine the uses of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and
determine farm emergency procedures in a safety working environment.

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 What’s In

What is hazard?

What is risk?

What is exposure in the farm?

In the past lesson (Module 7 of the First Quarter), you already

knew about the differences of the three words in undertaking risk
management. These are as follows:

▪ Hazard is the potential for harm, or adverse effect on an employee’s

health. Anything which may cause injury or ill health to anyone at or
near a workplace is a hazard.
▪ Risk is the likelihood that a hazard will cause injury or ill health to
anyone at or near a workplace. The level of risk increases with the
severity of the hazard and the duration and frequency of exposure.
▪ Exposure occurs when a person encounters a hazard.

In this lesson, you will be able to know the farm emergency

procedures in a safety working environment.

Notes to the Teacher

As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to
use this module. You also need to keep track of the learners'
progress while allowing them to manage their own learning.
Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners
as they do the tasks included in the module.

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 What’s New

Read the short story below.

Mr. Santos is spraying Padan mixed with
Solomon to his two-hectare melon farm early in the
morning. Santos does not take breakfast or even
coffee. He used a shell knapsack 16 litters capacity.
The mixture of the chemical is one pouch of Padan
and 3.2ml of Solomon. Santos’ source of water is
from the river located in his farm. Around 5:30 in
the morning he started the work. He wasn’t able to
bring his mask, he forgot where he placed it. He has
a pair of gloves place in his both hands. He wears a
head gear and long sleeves. His lower garments are
long pants and boots.

Santos is a hard-working farmer, a father of two, and a husband

of an equally hard-working house wife.

Melon is a fruit which is sweet and full of vitamins. It is excellent

during hot season for cooling effect. It can be used as ingredients in fruit
salad and other dessert. The demand of the market is high. The profit is
good if this fruit is properly propagated. Chemicals are needed to
maintain its good condition. Pesticides are applied in a regular schedule
to keep insects and pests away.

After Santos delivered two knapsacks of chemicals, he took two

stick of cigarettes under the coconut tree for about three minutes.
Afterwards, he delivered another 4 knapsacks of chemicals. And take
another two sticks of cigarettes. Around 7:30 in the morning he decided
to go home and eat breakfast. When he arrived in the house, he removed
his gloves and clothes and put it in the chair inside the house. Santos
ate his breakfast sound and good. His food is red rice with adobong
manok. After the breakfast, he drunk two glasses of water.

Furthermore, Santos took few sticks of cigarettes in their corridor.

After 30 minutes, he felt unusual. He had a headache, so he lay down in
his long chair inside the house. After a few minutes he felt dizziness,
eventually, nausea and vomiting. His brother, Nick, noticed the event
and asked Santos what happened? Santos told his brother about his
activity early in the morning. Nick immediately contact the barangay
rescue team and bring his brother to the nearest hospital. After five days
Santos got out from the hospital with the bill of 35,000.00 pesos.

What do you think is the doctor’s findings on Mr. Santos’ health

condition based on the story?

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 What Is It

FARM EMERGENCY PROCEDURES REGARDING SAFETY

WORKING ENVIRONMENT
1. Identify the potential emergencies. The emergencies that may occur
on a crop production farm could include:

Fire Flood Typhoon Machinery

Entrapment
Electrical Shock

Chemical Exposure Farm Injuries Farm Illness Farm Accidents

Snake/Spider bite

2. Provide emergency facilities appropriate for the sorts of emergencies

that might occur on the farm (e.g. deluge showers, eye washes,
firefighting equipment, first aid kits).

3. Make sure that the correct equipment is available to contain and

handle any chemical or other dangerous materials spills that might
happen.

4. To help minimize the risk of personal injury or property damage in the

event of an emergency, people working on and visiting the farm need to
know and understand the emergency procedures and their
responsibilities.

5. Instruct everyone working on the farm in the emergency response

procedures

6. Everyone should know the location of fire alarms, fire extinguishers

and first aid kits; how and where to contact emergency services; and
where to safely assemble in the event of an emergency.

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The following factors may increase risk of injury or illness for farm
workers:

1. Age – Injury rates are highest among children

age 15 and under and adults over 65.

2. Equipment and Machinery – Most farm

accidents and fatalities involve machinery. Proper
machine guarding and doing equipment
maintenance according to manufacturers’
recommendations can help prevent accidents.

FARM WORKS THAT INVOLVE USING CHEMICALS AND

HAZARDOUS TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT

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1. Spraying Chemicals

Many different chemicals are used on a farm including pesticides. These

chemicals are used to fertilize and control pests such as insects, weeds,
mollusk, etc. Most of these chemicals are applied by spraying
Examples of chemical hazards:
Spraying in a strong wind and the spray drifting over a dam or the
farmhouse.
Washing spray equipment and the water running into open drains,
collecting in puddles, or running into stockyards or dams.

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Containers or chemicals left lying around. Empty containers lying in a
heap.
To reduce the risk of hazards from chemicals, you must:
▪ Use personal protective equipment such as respirators, waterproof
clothes, rubber gloves, and waterproof footwear.
▪ Make sure chemicals are safely stored and cupboards locked.
▪ Never spray chemicals on days when there is a high wind.
▪ Know first aid procedures.
▪ Keep a list of all hazardous substances used in the farm.
Safe use of chemicals
▪ Consider if a chemical substance is really needed. Eliminate a
hazardous substance, or if that is not possible, substitute it with less
hazardous one.
▪ Safe work practices or personal protective equipment should be used.
▪ Keep records of farm chemicals.
2. Land Preparation Using Tractor
▪ Victims fall off or are thrown from the tractor
▪ Run over by either the tractor or an implement being towed, or both.
▪ Overturn
Safety Reminders:
Tractors are not passenger vehicles.
Use seat belts when driving tractors.
Rollover Protection System (ROPS) will protect the operator from serious
injuries.
Causes of run over accidents:
Sudden stops
Driving over holes, stumps and debris, or a sharp turn
How to prevent runover:
▪ Never allow riders on tractors.
▪ Discuss with family members and farm workers the potential risks of
riding tractor.

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▪ It is also helpful to post 'no riders' decals on all tractors to remind others
about the policy.
▪ Use or provide other vehicles that allow passengers, such as trucks or
cars, when transportation is needed to field or remote work sites.
3. Cutting Trees Using Chainsaws
A chainsaw makes light work of felling and cutting up trees but treat it
with respect! A chainsaw can easily slice through muscle or bone if it
kicks back towards you. It's essential to get training from a qualified
person before you use a chainsaw.
Examples of chainsaw hazards:
▪ Chainsaw kickback caused when the upper part of the bar nose
contacts a solid object or is pinched. This throws the guide bar back
towards you and can cause serious injury.
▪ Using a small saw and bar to cut/fall a big tree
▪ Falling large shelterbelt trees, or trees with a heavy lean or on steep
slopes.
▪ Falling trees with stem rot or a species prone to splitting.
Some ways you can reduce the risk of hazards from chainsaws are:
Know your saw (type of chainsaw) and how to use the safety devices.
Wear and use the correct personal safety equipment. You need:
FOOTWEAR - boots with steel toe caps.
LEG PROTECTION - chainsaw operator's safety trousers or chaps.
SAFETY HELMET
EARMUFFS
EYE PROTECTION - goggles in dusty conditions or a helmet visor if there
is a danger of flying debris.
Check the work area for hazards such as branches or treetops that could
fall.
Check that your saw is in good order and adjusted to the manufacturer's
specifications.
Do not over-reach or cut above shoulder height.

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SAFEKEEP/DISPOSE TOOLS, MATERIALS AND
OUTFIT
Cleaning, Storing and Waste Management
Protect tools from the element blades such as electric hedge trimmer
blades, hoe, shovel, and other metal surfaces by spraying them with
lubricant oil. Spray the blades then turn them on to make sure oil works
into all areas. All electrical and petrol gardening equipment need to be
covered with a blanket or sheet if kept in the shed. This will prevent dust
and dirt getting to them.

➢ General Cleaning Procedures

The farmer and/or farm workers responsible for cleaning must adhere
as much as possible to the following procedures:
• Be properly trained on the cleaning procedures.
• Develop a cleaning program and schedule according to the
recommended frequency and the cleaning program should be
monitored to ensure its effectiveness.
• Cleaning must not take place while fresh vegetables are being
harvested, packed, handled, and stored.
• Water that is used for cleaning must be safe.
• The cleaning of equipment, tools, and containers must take place
in a designated area away from field and the storage of agricultural
inputs and fresh vegetables.
• When using cleaning and disinfection chemicals, the farmer
and/or farm workers must be familiar with the instructions and
proper usage of these products.
• Strictly adhere to all precautionary statements and mixing
instructions.
• Protect equipment, tools, containers, and fresh vegetables when
working with any chemicals.

➢ Cleaning re-usable containers:

The farmer and/or farm workers responsible for cleaning re-usable
containers must adhere as much as possible to the following procedures:
• Be properly trained on the cleaning procedures.
• Remove as much as possible plant debris, soil, and residues of any
kind, use a brush or appropriate tool when necessary.
• Inspect containers for physical damage which might injure, spoil,
and contaminate fresh vegetables. If you find one, repair them.
• Inspect containers for any missed plant debris, soil, and residues,
if found, re-clean.
• If cleaning and/or disinfection chemicals are used, follow label
instructions for mixing.
• Rinse containers with clean water.

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 • If possible, containers should be placed in the full sun for rapid
drying.
• Store re-usable containers properly to avoid contamination.

➢ Cleaning equipment, tools, and garbage cans:

The farmer and/or farm workers responsible for cleaning the
equipment (e.g. tables, racks, plastic sheet, etc.), tools (e.g. secateurs,
knifes, brushes, etc.) and garbage cans must adhere as much as possible
to the following procedures:
• Remove as much as possible plant debris, soil, and residues of any
kind. Use a brush or another appropriate tool when necessary.
• Inspect equipment for physical damage which might injure, spoil
and contaminate fresh vegetables.
• Inspect equipment, tools, and garbage cans for any missed plant
debris, soil, and residues, if found, clean again.
• If cleaning and/or disinfection chemicals are used, follow label
instructions for mixing.
• As required, apply cleaning materials such as detergent and/or
disinfection chemicals, and ensure that no spots are missed.
• Rinse with safe water, if there are parts of the equipment that
cannot be rinsed with water, use a clean wet towel, and follow the
same procedures for cleaning.
• Ensure that small equipment and tools do not touch the ground
floor after the cleaning procedures.
• When possible, place in the full sun for rapid drying.
• Store equipment and tools properly to avoid contamination.

➢ Cleaning areas for handling and storing fresh produce:

The farmer and farm workers responsible for cleaning these areas
must adhere as much as possible to the following procedures:
• Unplug any electrical equipment and if possible, cover with plastic
electrical motors, electrical boxes, connections, light fixtures, etc.
Do not use packaging materials for this task.
• Remove trash and any accumulated plant debris from the floors.
• Using low pressure water for rinsing the entire ceiling
infrastructure and light fixtures to remove any dust and soil build
up.
• Rinse walls, windows and doors from the top downward Rinse the
entire floor surface to remove any soil build up.
• Be careful not to splash water onto equipment.
• If necessary, scrub areas with brush and cleaning materials such
as detergent and ensure that no spots are missed.
• After scrubbing areas with cleaning materials, rinse surface areas
as described previously wash out drains; be careful not to splash
water onto equipment.

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 • If cleaning and/or disinfection chemicals are used, follow label
instructions for mixing.

➢ Cleaning hygienic facilities

The farmer and/or farm workers responsible for cleaning hygienic
facilities must adhere as much as possible to the following procedures:
• Pick up trash from the floors and put in a trash can.
• By using the proper detergent, clean toilets, sinks, and any other
fixtures.
• Using low pressure water, rinse the entire floor surface to remove
any soil build up.
• If cleaning and/or disinfection chemicals are used, follow label
instructions for mixing.
• As required, apply cleaning materials or disinfection chemicals to
entire floor surface area, scrub areas with brush if needed, and
ensure that no spots are missed.
• Rinse floor and drains.
• Remove excess water and allow drying out at room temperature.
• Ensure that hygienic facilities have enough toilet paper, soap, and
disposable towel.

➢ Technique in storing chemicals

Chemicals are used on farms for a variety of purposes. The safe

management of chemicals requires access to information and
responsible action. Manufacturers, suppliers, and users of farm
chemicals all have an important role to play. Chemical substances
present different types of risks to people’s health, safety, and the
environment. For this reason, there are different laws controlling them.
The purpose of these laws is to ensure that chemicals are used
safely and efficiently so that risks to human health, the environment and
damage to property are minimized.

Safe Management of chemicals

This involves:
▪ correct labeling and packaging.
▪ provision of material safety data sheets (MSDS);
▪ safe transport, storage, use of chemicals; and
▪ disposal of farm chemicals and substances

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a. Labeling and Packaging of Chemicals
Proper labelling is necessary. Label the containers of the remaining
substances especially if the bottles’ tag/label became wet and blurry.
Chemicals must be supplied in packages that are correctly labeled and
suitable for the substance. Information provided on the label will depend
on the type of substance and the risks associated with it.
Items to look for are:
■ Signal words such as CAUTION, POISON or DANGEROUS POISON
alert users to the possibility of poisoning if the substance is swallowed,
inhaled or absorbed through the skin.

■ The Dangerous Goods (ADG) diamond if there is an immediate risk to

health or safety e.g. flammable liquids.
■ Risk phrases describing the type of health effects e.g. irritating the
skin, and safety phrases stating precautions for safe handling, storage,
spills, disposal, and fire e.g. “keep away from combustible material”
b. Material Safety Data Sheets
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) must be produced by the
manufacturer or importer of hazardous substance.

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 The MSDS is not
just a piece of paper. It
provides important and
useful advice about what
is in the product, its
health effects, safe use
and handling, storage,
disposal, first aid and
emergency operation.
Farmers must obtain the
MSDS from their supplier
and keep them in a
register where they are
available to people who
could be exposed to the
hazardous substance.
The register is a
collection of the MSDS
and other information
which can be kept in a
folder, filing cabinet or
other practical system.
The register can be kept in the house, workplace,or the chemical
store, as long as it remains accessible to emergency service personnel
and any employees who may be exposed to hazardous substances.
c. Storage and Transport of Chemicals
Safe storage of farm chemicals is needed to protect them from the
elements, restrict access to them, prevent contamination of the
environment, food, or livestock, and ensure separation from other
incompatible chemicals. Arrangements must be in place to contain any
spillage of the chemical.
After considering the potential risk to people’s health or to the
environment, a farmer might decide that a locked shed with a roof and
concrete floor, which is bounded to contain any spills, is the best way to
provide safe storage.
Remember, you should never store oxidizing agents with fuels.
That is – never store substances labeled yellow diamond with a red
diamond.
Safe transport of farm chemicals depends on what the substance
is, how much there is, where it is to be transported and what else is to
be transported with it. In general, small quantities (less than 250 liters)

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can be transported on vehicle provided that the container is properly
secured and safe from spillage.
d. Disposal of Farm Chemicals
Empty farm chemical containers and unwanted chemicals need to
be disposed properly. Prior to disposal of empty containers, wash the
container out three times and use the rinsed water to dilute further
batches of the chemical to working strength.
To wash a container, you do not need to fill it each time. If you only
have six liters of water, it is more efficient to use three washes of two
liters each, than it is to rinse once with the full six liters.
ENVIRONMENTAL LAWS
Presidential Decree (PD) 1152
The Philippine Environmental Code II 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 incineration, 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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DEALING WITH UNFINISHED WORK AS REQUIRED BY
COMPANY STANDARDS AND REPORTING PROCEDURES

1. Internal factors

In a company, each work has a schedule to be followed at a specific

given period. If an employee cannot finish or complete the required work,
it must be reported to his immediate supervisor, stating a valid reason.
Possible reasons may be but not limited to: health issues, lack of
available tools/equipment, weather concerns, holidays and occasions,
absence of co-workers, lack of man-power, building construction/repair
affecting the workplace, and many others depending on the company
standards. These factors are considered internal if it happens within the
company’s employees.
The supervisor is responsible for correcting work-related
problems/issues. If problems occur and are unresolved in the
supervisor’s level, it needs to be forwarded to the higher position, the
Operations Manager. If it is still unresolved, it can be forwarded to the
General Manager. If the incompletion of work is due to negligence of an
employee, verbal warning is given for the first offense. If it was done on
the second time, first written warning is issued. The limit of the written
warning depends on the company’s policy. Usually, if it is not a fatal
offense, the written warning is up to the third level. If the warning does
not suffice, suspension or (worse is) termination from work will be
imposed.
It must be ensured that all concerned parties to the procedure are
informed at each level of the procedure through the Human Resource
Manager.
2. External factors

There are not many things worse than dealing with unfinished
work when that work is out of your control. The perfect example of this
is when any type of asset owner – whether it be a small building project
or a mega-project – has work left unfinished by a contractor. Contractors
are considered external factors to be dealt with if work is unfinished at
an agreed date and time.
Contracts, scopes of work and other contractual documents are
put in place to protect asset owners and operators against this, but there
are still times when a contractor does leave a project or site with work
unfinished.

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 While this can be extremely frustrating (and potentially costly) for
the asset owner, this unfinished work can also be difficult for the
contractor to manage and include some external forces largely outside of
their control.
For this reason, it is important for the project owners to
communicate with their contractors about this unfinished work in a
cordial and professional manner. Here’s a sample letter format:

[insert date]

[insert name of builder]

[insert address]

RE: LETTER TO CONTRACTOR FOR UNFINISHED WORK

Dear [insert contractor representative/contact],

On [insert contract date], I/we entered into a contract with your company to complete the Sta.
Fe Road Upgrade [project name] project.
Unfortunately, the work has been left unfinished, with the roadside barriers not being cleaned
and finished in accordance with the contract specs.
We would appreciate if you could organize your company, teams and workers to complete the
work as specified in the contract by [insert date].
You can contact me on [insert contact details] to discuss or arrange a time to talk.
I look forward to settling this matter amicably. If, however, you choose not to undertake the
rectification work required by [insert date], I will consider taking further action to resolve the
complaint to the higher department or to a legal office.

With high respect,

Authorized Person (with signature)

The contractor and project owner can also communicate and

collaborate directly on the document for unfinished work, reducing the
lag between communications and getting issues resolved faster. Other
means of communication are via phone call, face to face conversation, or
sending letter via e-mail or snail mail.

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 What’s More

Directions: Answer the following questions. Write the answers on your

notebook.
I. (Enumeration) List down the potential emergencies that may
occur on a crop production farm.
1. 6.
2. 7.
3. 8.
4. 9.
5. 10.

II. (Essay) In dealing with unfinished work as required by

company standards and reporting procedures, what are
the differences between internal factors and external
factors?
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________

What I Have Learned

I have learned that…

______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
I have realized that ….
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

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I will apply what I learned…
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

What I Can Do

Directions: Interview at least one family member or close relative about

his/her experience on accidents/hazards that occur while working in the
farm. Interview can be done face to face (with social distancing) or via
social media (e.g. messenger). Use the format below and re-write the
guide questions in a separate sheet.

Interviewee:

Interviewer: (your name)

Date & Time of Interview:

Guide Questions:

1. What accidents/hazards have your experienced while working in the farm?

Answer: __________________________________________________________________

2. How did you deal with it?

Answer: ____________________________________________________________

3. Did other people help you? How?

Answer: ____________________________________________________________

4. What can you advice to other workers so they can avoid any accident
in the workplace?
Answer: ____________________________________________________________

5. What have you realized from that experience?

Answer: ____________________________________________________________

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 Scores Total
Criteria for an Interview Output
10 7 5 30
Completeness of written contents
Coherence and clarity of information
Neatness of output

Interpretation of Scores
21–30 Excellent Output
11–20 Very Good
6–10 Fair Output
5 and below – Poor Output

Assessment

Directions: Answer the following on your answer sheet.

I. Identification. Give the meaning of the following acronyms you

encountered in learning this module.
1. PPE –
2. ROPS –
3. MSDS -
4. PD –
5. RA –

II. True or False. Write T if the statement is correct, otherwise,

write F on your answer sheet.
1. Empty farm chemical containers and unwanted chemicals need to
be disposed properly.
2. The MSDS is just a piece of paper and it is not important.
3. CAUTION is one of the examples of signal words.
4. It is helpful to post 'no riders' decals on all tractors to remind
others about the policy.
5. One must not over-reach or cut above shoulder height.
6. Goggles are for eye protection in dusty conditions.
7. Materials in the farm today are too complicated compared to the
old days.
8. RA 6969 is a law designed to respond to decreasing problems
associated with toxic chemicals and hazardous and nuclear
wastes.
9. ROPS cannot protect the tractor operator from serious injuries.

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10. Injury rates are highest among children age 15 and below
and adults over 65.

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 Additional Activities

Directions: Write the ways to reduce the risk of hazards from chemicals.
1.____________________________________________________________________
2.____________________________________________________________________
3.____________________________________________________________________
4.____________________________________________________________________
5.____________________________________________________________________

GLOSSARY

Safety - the physical or environmental conditions of work which comply

with the prescribed Occupational Health Safety (OHS) standards and
which allow the workers to perform their job without or within acceptable
exposure to hazards

Occupational safety- the practices related to production and work

process

Health-a sound state of the body and mind of the worker that enables
him or her to perform the job normally

Company/Enterprise – the workplace where farmers connect to get

work done.

Cleaning- the act or process of removing dirt from tools, containers, and
farm facilities.
Disinfection chemicals- refers to the chemical used in cleaning which
can kill microorganisms, especially pathogens.
Policy- law/regulations/rules implemented by the company or by the
government.

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What I know
I.
1. Fire
2. Flood
3. Typhoon
4. Machinery Entrapment
5. Electrical Shock
(may include any of the following) Snake/Spider Bite, Chemical
Exposure, Farm Injuries, Farm Illness, Farm Accidents
II. Sample CAUTION. Answers may vary.
What’s New
Answers may vary
What’s More
1-10. Fire, Flood, Typhoon, Machinery Entrapment, Electrical Shock,
Snake/Spider Bite, Chemical Exposure, Farm Injuries, Farm
Illness, & Farm Accidents
II. Essay. Internal factors are present within the workplace and
can be resolved within the employees inside the company while
external factors are those outside of the enterprise. It takes time
to resolve issues caused by external factors. (Varied answers
will be accepted)
Assessment
1. Personal Protective Equipment
2. Rollover Protection System/Structure
3. Material Safety Data Sheets
4. Presidential Decree
5. Republic Act ADDITIONAL ACTIVITY
II. True or False
1. T 6. T ▪ correct labeling and packaging;
2. F 7. T
▪ provision of material safety data sheets
3. T 8. F
(MSDS);
4. T 9. F
5. T 10. T ▪ safe transport, storage, use of chemicals;
and
▪ disposal of farm chemicals and
substances
Answer Key
References

• https://sitemate.com/us /resources/articles/commercial/sample-
letter-to-contractor-for-unfinished-work.html

• http://www.loopnewsbarbados.com/content/methods-being-
implemented-ensure-occupational-safety-and-health

• https://www.npr.org/sections/health-
shots/2020/08/08/2020/08/08/900220260/without-federal-
protections-farm-workers-risk-coronavirus-infeaction-to-harvest-c

• https://gltnhs-tle.weebly.com/lesson-46.html

• TLE Learning Module for Agricultural Crop Production from TESDA

available online at https://gltnhs-tle.weebly.com/lesson-46.html

• Longjas, Matt A. and Junric S. Balaba. (2020). Technology and

Livelihood Education – Agri-Fishery Arts Agricultural Crop Production
Module 1: Quarter 2, Department of Education – Division of Bukidnon,
Fortich Street, Sumpong, Malaybalay City.

• K to 12 Most Essential Learning Competency with Corresponding CG

Codes.
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