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TLE - AFA (Animal Production-

Swine)
Activity Sheet Quarter 1 – MELC 4
PREPARATION OF TOOLS AND OUTFITS

REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS

TLE 9 – AFA (Animal Production - Swine)
Activity Sheet No. _4__
First Edition, 2021
Published in the Philippines
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Region 6 – Western Visayas

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Development Team TLE 9– AFA (Animal Production-Swine) Activity Sheet

Writer: Miguel Angelo V. Magbanua
Illustrators: Miguel Angelo V. Magbanua
Editors: Judy Ann B. Nonato
Frankleen I. Divinagracia
Elizer B. Pineda
Layout Artist: Miguel Angelo V. Magbanua
Schools Division Quality Assurance Team:
Severino O. Abelay Jr.
Raulito D. Dinaga
Othelo M. Beating
Elizer B. Pineda
Judy Ann B. Nonato
Division of Negros Occidental Management Team:
Marsette D. Sabbaluca
Lynee A. Peñaflor
Salvacion J. Senayo
Zaldy H. Reliquias
Severino O. Abelay Jr.
Regional Management Team
Ramir B. Uytico
Pedro T. Escobarte Jr.
Elena P. Gonzaga,
Donald T. Genine,
April C. Velez
Rolando B. Jamora
Introductory Message
Welcome to TLE 9 – AFA (Animal Production-Swine)!

The Learning Activity Sheet is a product of the collaborative efforts of the

Schools Division of Negros Occidental and DepEd Regional Office VI - Western
Visayas through the Curriculum and Learning Management Division (CLMD). This is
developed to guide the learning facilitators (teachers, parents and responsible
adults) in helping the learners meet the standards set by the K to 12 Basic Education
Curriculum.

The Learning Activity Sheet is self-directed instructional materials aimed to

guide the learners in accomplishing activities at their own pace and time using the
contextualized resources in the community. This will also assist the learners in
acquiring the lifelong learning skills, knowledge and attitudes for productivity and
employment.

For learning facilitator:

The TLE 9– AFA (Animal Production-Swine) Activity Sheet will help you
facilitate the leaching-learning activities specified in each Most Essential Learning
Competency (MELC) with minimal or no face-to-face encounter between you and
learner. This will be made available to the learners with the references/links to ease
the independent learning.

For the learner:

The TLE 9– AFA (Animal Production-Swine) Activity Sheet is developed to

help you continue learning even if you are not in school. This learning material
provides you with meaningful and engaging activities for independent learning. Being
an active learner, carefully read and understand the instructions then perform the
activities and answer the assessments. This will be returned to your facilitator on the
agreed schedule.
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TLE 9– AFA (Animal Production-Swine) ACTIVITY SHEET

PREPARATION OF TOOLS AND OUTFITS

I. Learning Competency with Code

1.4 Prepare appropriate tools, materials and outfits in line with job requirements
TLE_AFAAPS9-12ASMFO-Ia-b-1
1.4.2 Identify appropriate personal protective equipment and outfits needed in
swine raising.

II. Background Information for Learners

When performing common work task in the swine farm it is important to use
basic personal protective equipment. Injuries from working with livestock or any farm
animals can be prevented when good safety habits are practiced like the wearing of
appropriate personal protective equipment. It is important that there is available
basic personal protective equipment for all swine farm workers.
When working with pigs the most common injuries are; you could be hurt when you
slip, trip, or fall in the pen, over equipment or feed bags left laying around, on a slick
walkway, or on an uneven surface. You can be bitten or your pig can knock you
down. You can strain muscles in your arms, legs, or back by carrying heavy boxes or
buckets of feed. You can get cuts, scrapes, and bruises from being knocked down,
stepped on, or bitten by pigs. Less common injuries from working with pigs like
breathing problems from inhaling dust and hazardous contaminants in the air.
Some typical examples of PPE on the swine farm include;

Safety glasses
-a part of Personal Protective Equipment that are worn by the workers around their
eyes for protection. Safety glasses act as a shield to protect the eyes from any type
of foreign debris that may cause irritation or injury.
Safety glasses protect your eyes from hair clippings, dirt, and grooming products.

You should wear safety eyewear when working in or near conditions and tasks that
most often cause eye injuries. This means wearing safety eyewear when working in
or around the potentially dangerous jobs and hazardous areas.

Mask
-a barrier device worn to prevent the inhalation of fumes, dust, hazardous
contaminants in the air or to avoid spreading germs.
It is important to use a face mask approved by the FDA.

The air within swine confinement buildings contains many contaminants that are
hazardous to human health. These hazards include gases, swine confinement dusts
and microorganisms or their components. The dust generated within indoor swine
buildings may contain many types of particles including: animal dander; fecal
material and urine of both pigs and rodents; feed components; bedding materials;
absorbed gases and chemicals. Importantly, this dust also contains microorganisms
such as viruses, bacteria, yeasts, molds and their by-products.

Gloves
-protect and comfort hands against cold or heat, damage by friction, abrasion or
chemicals, and disease; or in turn to provide a guard for what a bare hand should not
touch.

Gloves create a barrier between germs and your hands. Wearing gloves helps
prevent the spread of germs.
Wear gloves when your hands may come into contact with infectious materials and
chemicals.

Protective gloves should be selected on the basis of the hazards involved.

-Nitrile gloves protect against most chemicals and infectious agents.
-Rubber gloves protect against mild corrosive material.
-Neoprene gloves protect against most solvents, oils, and mild corrosive materials.
-Avoid latex gloves as many people are allergic or develop allergies to this material.

Earplugs
-a device that is inserted in the ear canal to protect the user's ears from loud noises,
intrusion of water, foreign bodies, dust or excessive wind. Since they reduce the
sound volume, earplugs are often used to help prevent hearing loss and tinnitus
(ringing of the ears).

Protect your ears when using motorized equipment, such as the clippers, and when
working in an enclosed area where noises are loud – especially enclosed areas
where pigs are squealing.

Earplugs come in different materials, such as thermoplastic, silicone, foam, and wax.
Shapes and sizes also vary. Other considerations include ease of use and lifespan.

Closed-toe shoes or boots

-any shoe that completely covers the toes. Sturdy, leather with non-slip soles for
routine work and waterproof rubber work boots for the wash rack or other wet areas.

Closed-toed shoes are usually required in construction work and factory settings for
safety reasons.
Steel-toed safety shoes, boots protects the feet from impact, compression, cuts and
abrasions.

Wear closed-toe shoes at all times in buildings where chemicals are stored or used.
Although generally not required in most swine farms, steel-toed safety shoes may be
necessary when there is a risk of heavy objects falling or rolling onto the feet,
stepped on such as in animal care facilities.

Coverall
-a full body protection suit, generally worn over the top of personal clothing, and can
protect workers against a number of hazards, including hazards of a chemical,
mechanical, thermal or biological nature.

Coveralls are most often worn as protective clothing over "street" clothes at work.
They can used for painting and decorating, mechanical work, farming, factory work,
and other activities where clothes may become soiled.

Protective coveralls were created to ensure a high level of protection during work
activities. They cover or replace personal clothing and their main purpose is to
protect the worker.

Disposable coveralls are an item of personal protective equipment (PPE) designed

to cover the whole body and other clothing to protect against dirt or other outside
contaminants. Coveralls are one piece and loose fitting for ease of movement, with
sleeves, full leggings and often a hood to cover the head.

Long sleeves and long pants

-offer the most effective protection from exposure to scrapes, and scratches as well
as dirt and dander from your pig, its pen. However, when working with your pig
during the hottest days of summer it may be beneficial to wear short sleeves

Appropriate PPE in hazardous environments is your last defense against

occupational threats. Remind workers to wear long pants and long sleeved shirts
before they enter an area where the target organ at risk is their skin.

When performing common work task in the swine like distributing food to pigs, giving
medication, performing facility maintenance, checking for proper ventilation and
temperature conditions, assisting with problem births, performing artificial
insemination or other breeding duties, coordinating waste removal and transporting
stock to farms or processing plants it is important to wear the basic personal
protective equipment to prevent injuries to swine farm workers,

III. Accompanying DepEd Textbook and Educational Sites

Real Pig Farming. Being mindful keeps everyone safe on the Farm. Date
Accessed June 1, 2021https://realpigfarming.com/being-mindful-keeps-everyone-
safe-on-the-farm-b05de3e3d174

Swine Safety Lesson K State Research and Extension. Date Accessed June
1, 2021 http://www.bae.ksu.edu/youthlivestocksafety/node/49
IV. Activity Proper

1. Exercises / Activities

Activity 1

Direction. Identify the following Personal Protective Equipment(PPE).

A. Gloves D. Closed-toe shoes or boots

B. Mask E. Coverall

C. Safety Glasses F. Earplugs

_____1. A barrier device worn to prevent the inhalation of fumes, dust, hazardous
contaminants in the air or to avoid spreading germs.

_____2. A full body protection suit, generally worn over the top of personal clothing,
and can protect workers against a number of hazards, including hazards of a
chemical, mechanical, thermal or biological nature.

_____3. Protect and comfort hands against cold or heat, damage by friction,
abrasion or chemicals, and disease; or in turn to provide a guard for what a bare
hand should not touch.

_____4. A part of Personal Protective Equipment that are worn by the workers
around their eyes for protection.

_____5. A device that is inserted in the ear canal to protect the user's ears from loud
noises, intrusion of water, foreign bodies, dust or excessive wind.
2. Guide Questions

1. What are some typical examples of basic personal protective equipment needed
in swine raising?
2. What are the different types of protective gloves?

V. Reflection

1. Why is it important for swine farmers to have the basic personal protective
equipment in the swine farm?
2. Why should swine farmers wear the basic personal protective equipment when
doing the common work task in the swine farm?

VI. Answer Key