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TVL - AFA
(Agricultural Crops Production NC I)
Activity Sheet Quarter 1 – C1.3-4

Demonstrating Correct Manual

Handling Procedures

REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS

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TVL–AFA (AGRICULTURAL CROPs PRODUCTION NC I) ACTIVITY SHEET

Demonstrating Correct Manual Handling Procedures

I. Learning Competency with Code

LO 1. Prepare materials, tools, and equipment for horticultural
production work (TLE_AFAC9-12HC-Ia-e-1)
1.3. Demonstrate the correct manual handling procedures and
techniques when loading and unloading materials to minimize damage
to the load and vehicle
1.4. Select and check the suitable personal protective equipment (PPE),
as required by the job

II. Background Information for Learners

Manual handling is any activity that involves lifting, lowering, pushing,

pulling, carrying, moving, holding, or restraining. If any of these tasks are not
carried out appropriately there is a risk of injury. Manual handling causes over a
third of all workplace injuries. These include work-related musculoskeletal disorders
(MSDs) such as pain and injuries to arms, legs and joints, and repetitive strain
injuries of various sorts.

Good manual handling techniques can help to prevent injury. In relation to

this, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that,
every day, 243 agricultural workers suffer a serious lost-work time injury. Five
percent of these injuries result in permanent impairment. In 2010, the injury rate for
agricultural workers was 20 percent higher than the rate for all workers. This is a
conservative estimate as countless other accidents are never reported and many
accidents occur to family members that are also underreported. Many farm and
ranch injuries could be prevented or their impacts reduced if farmers and ranchers
wore proper personal protective equipment (PPE).

PPE refers to any specialized equipment or clothing worn by farmers and

ranchers for protection against health and safety hazards. PPE is designed to protect
many parts of the body; eyes, head, face, hands, feet, ears, or torso. PPE does not
prevent accidents, but it does prevent or reduce injury and even fatalities when
used. It can include items such as safety helmets, gloves, eye protection, high-
visibility clothing, safety footwear and safety harnesses. It also includes respiratory

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protective equipment (RPE). In this activity sheet you will learn basic information on
manual handling and personal protective equipment (PPE).

III. Accompanying DepEd Textbook and Educational Sites

Weigel, Randolf. “Solutions for Living: Personal Protective Equipment

for Agriculture”. August 2012. University of Wyoming Extension. Retrieved on
June 15, 2021.
http://www.wyomingextension.org/agpubs/pubs/B1233.pdf

“Lifting: Good Handling Techniques for Lifting, Pushing and Pulling”.

Montana State Fund. Retrieved on June 14, 2021.
http://www.safemt.com/wp- content/uploads/2016/02/Lifting_Good-Handling-
Techniques.pdf

“PPE: Everything you Need to Know about Personal Protective

Equipment (PPE) and How to Keep it Safe at Work”. Safety Culture. January 25,
2021. Retrieved on June 15, 2021. https://safetyculture.com/topics/ppe-
safety/

“Risk at Work: Personal Protective Equipment”. Health and Safety

Executive. Retrieved on June 15, 2021.
https://www.hse.gov.uk/toolbox/ppe.htm

“Risk at Work: Manual Handling”. Health and Safety Executive.

Retrieved on June 14, 2021.http://www.hse.gov.uk/toolbox/manual.htm

IV. Activity Proper

A. Activity 1

1. Directions / Instructions
Read very well descriptions in each item in Exercises A and B, then
unscramble the word or group of words to reveal the steps or techniques and
points to remember during manual handling. For reference read the topic
Lifting: Good Handling Techniques for Lifting, Pushing and Pulling at
http://www.safemt.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Lifting_Good-
Handling-Techniques.pdf

2. Exercises / Activities

A. Good handling techniques for lifting

1. THINK LIFTING BEFORE/handling. Plan the lift. Can handling aids be used?
Where is the load going to be placed? Will help be needed with the load? Remove
obstructions such as discarded wrapping materials. For a long lift, consider resting
the load midway on a table or bench to change grip.
2. POSITION ADOPT A STABLE. The feet should be apart with one leg slightly
forward to maintain balance (alongside the load, if it is on the ground). Be prepared
to move your feet during the lift to maintain your stability. Avoid tight clothing or

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unsuitable footwear, which may make this difficult.
3. HOLD A GOOD GET. Where possible, the load should be hugged as close as
possible to the body. This may be better than gripping it tightly with hands only.
4. IN A POSTURE START GOOD. At the start of the lift, slight bending of the back,
hips and knees is preferable to fully flexing the back (stooping) or fully flexing the
hips and knees (squatting).
5. DON’T BACK THE FLEX any further while lifting. This can happen if the legs
begin to straighten before starting to raise the load.
6. CLOSE KEEP THE LOAD to the waist. Keep the load close to the body for as long
as possible while lifting. Keep the heaviest side of the load next to the body. If a close
approach to the load is not possible, try to slide it towards the body before
attempting to lift it.
7. DAIVO TINGWIST the back or leaning sideways, especially while the back is
bent. Shoulders should be kept level and facing in the same direction as the hips.
Turning by moving the feet is better than twisting and lifting at the same time.
8. UP KEEP THE HEAD when handling. Look ahead, not down at the load, once it
has been held securely.
9. OVEM YLTHOOMS. The load should not be jerked or snatched as this can make
it harder to keep control and can increase the risk of injury.
10. MORE LIFT OR DON’T HANDLE than can be easily managed. There is a
difference between what people can lift and what they can safely lift. If in doubt,
seek advice or get help.
11. UPT WOND, HENT JUDAST. If precise positioning of the load is necessary, put
it down first, then slide it into the desired position.

B. Good handling technique for pushing and pulling

Here are some practical points to remember when loads are pushed or
pulled.

1. NGILDHAN EVICEDS. Aids such as barrows, push carts and trolleys should
have handle heights that are between the worker’s shoulder and waist. Devices
should be well maintained with wheels that run smoothly. The law requires that
equipment be maintained. When you buy new trolleys, etc., make sure they are of
good quality with large-diameter wheels made of suitable material and with
casters, bearings, etc., that will last with minimum maintenance. Consulting your
employees and safety representatives will help, as they know what works and what
doesn’t.
2. FROCE. As a rough guide, the amount of force that needs to be applied to move
a load over a flat, level surface using a well maintained handling aid is at least 2
per cent of the load weight. For example, if the load weight is 400 kg, then the
force needed to move the load is 8 kg. The force needed will be larger, perhaps a
lot larger, if conditions are not perfect (e.g., wheels not in the right position or a
device that is poorly maintained). The operator should try to push rather than pull
when moving a load, provided he/she can see over it and control steering and
stopping.

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3. SPOLES. Employees should get help from another worker whenever necessary
— especially if they have to negotiate a slope or ramp, as pushing and pulling
forces can be very high. For example, if a load of 400 kg is moved up a slope of 1
in 12 (about 5°), the required force is over 30 kg even in ideal conditions — good
wheels and a smooth slope. This is above the guideline weight for men and well
above the guideline weight for women.
4. NUNEVE FACERUSS. Moving an object over soft or uneven surfaces requires
higher forces. On an uneven surface, the force needed to start the load moving
could increase to 10 per cent of the load weight, although this might be offset to
some extent by using larger wheels. Soft ground may be even worse.
5. TANCES DAN CAPE. To make it easier to push or pull, employees should keep
their feet well away from the load and go no faster than walking speed. This will
stop them becoming too tired too quickly.

3. Guide Questions

1. Why is manual handling techniques important when loading and

unloading horticultural tools, materials and equipment?
2. What do you think will happen if tools and equipment are not properly
handled during loading or unloading?
3. Assume that you are already working as an orchard farm worker abroad.
What do you think is the consequence when you carelessly dropped and
damaged expensive equipment?

B. Activity 2

1. Directions / Instructions
Below are definitions of equipment protection and examples of Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE). Read and analyze very well the descriptions in
each item. Then guess for the correct part/s or system of the body and fill-in
into the space provided in each item. See links below for reference.
http://www.wyomingextension.org/agpubs/pubs/B1233.pdf
https://safetyculture.com/topics/ppe-safety/

2. Exercises / Activities

Definitions of equipment protection

1. _ _ _ and _ _ _ _ protection - To provide protection during exposure to

hazards like flying particles, metal or sparks, liquid chemicals, caustic
liquids, light radiation, i.e., welding, lasers. PPE includes safety goggles and
face shields and should be used for tasks that can cause eye damage or
loss of vision, sprays of toxic liquids, splashes, and burns.

2. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ protection - To provide protection during exposure to high

pitch and loud noise levels. PPE includes ear muffs and plugs and should
be used for tasks that can cause hearing problems and loss of hearing.
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3. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ protection - To provide protection from inhalation
hazards such as vapors, mists, particulates, pesticides, and gases. PPE
includes full-face respirators, self-contained breathing apparatus, gas
masks, N95 respirators, and surgical masks are used for a task that can
cause inhalation of harmful materials to enter the body. This includes
harmful gas, chemicals, large-particle droplets, sprays, splashes, or splatter
that may contain viruses and bacteria such as COVID-19, viral infections,
and more.

4. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ protection - To provide protection during exposure to

potential hazards such as sharp objects, abrasive surfaces, temperature
extremes, and chemical contact. PPE includes safety gloves and should be
used for tasks that can cause hand and skin burns, absorption of harmful
substances, cuts, fractures or amputations.

5. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ protection - To provide protection to potential hazards

such as falling objects, striking against low-hanging objects, electrical
hazards, or chemical application. PPE includes hard hats and headgears
and should be required for tasks that can cause any force or object falling
to the head.

6. _ _ _ _ _ _ _ protection - To provide protection for situations with the

potential of injuries such as falling or rolling objects, chemical or liquid
exposures, piercing objects, and where feet are exposed to electrical
hazards.

7. _ _ _ _ protection - To provide protection from potential hazards such

as entanglement, skin cancer, bodily injury, and pesticide contamination.
PPE includes safety vests and suits that can be used for tasks that can
cause body injuries from extreme temperatures, flames and sparks, toxic
chemicals, insect bites and radiation.

3. Guide Questions

1. What other points or things to consider can you add to the list when
pushing and pulling heavy loads?
2. Have you encountered or viewed television news any incident or
accident in the farm which caused injury to farm worker? What PPE should
have prevented the injury if properly worn by the victim?

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 C. Activity 3

1. Directions / Instructions

Identify which system or part of the body is protected by the PPE illustrated in
each item. For reference, visit https://safetyculture.com/topics/ppe-safety/

2. Exercises / Activities

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Source: https://safetyculture.com/topics/ppe-safety/

3. Guide Questions

1. Do you think wearing PPE is a must when doing horticultural work?

Why?

2. Are there still parts of the body that need protection when doing farm
activities not included in the above illustrations? What are those?

3. Can you identify the above examples of PPE?

V. Reflection

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 Copy and complete the sentences given below. Use a separate sheet of paper
for your answer.
1. ____________________________ is any activity that involves lifting, lowering,
pushing, pulling, carrying, moving, holding, or restraining.
2. ________________________________refers to any specialized equipment or clothing
worn by farmers and ranchers for protection against health and safety hazards.
3. PPE is designed to protect many parts of the body such as _____________________
______________________________________and torso.
4. Examples of Personal protective equipment are _______________________
______________________________________________________________________________.
5. Good handling techniques for lifting includes __________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________.
6. Practical points to remember when pulling and pushing loads includes _________
______________________________________________________________________________.
7. Examples of PPE are _________________________________________________________.

VI. Answer Key

Activity 1
A. B.
1. HANDLING DEVICES
1. THINK BEFORE LIFTING 2. FORCE
2. ADOPT A STABLE POSITION 3. SLOPES
3. GET A GOOD HOLD 4. UNEVEN SURFACES
4. START IN A GOOD POSTURE 5. STANCE AND PACE
5. DON’T FLEX THE BACK
6. KEEP THE LOAD CLOSE
7. AVOID TWISTING
8. KEEP THE HEAD UP
9. MOVE SMOOTHLY
10. DON’T LIFT OR HANDLE MORE
11. PUT DOWN, THEN ADJUST

Activity 2. Activity 3.
1. Eye and face 1. Eye
2. Hearing 2. Hearing
3. Respiratory 3. Hand
4. Hand 4. Foot
5. Head 5. Head
6. Foot 6. Respiratory
7. Body 7. Body

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