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TLE
Quarter 3 – Agri-Crop Production
Module 2: Equipment Handling
Procedures and Techniques

(Adopted from Negros Oriental Division)

T L E– Grade 10
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 3 – Module 2: Equipment Handling Procedures and Techniques
First Edition, 2020

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TLE
Quarter 3 – Module 2:
Equipment Handling
Procedures and Techniques
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Technology Livelihood Education Grade 10 Alternative

Delivery Mode (ADM) Module on _Equipment Handling Procedures and
Techniques !

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by

educators both from public and private institutions to assist you, the
teacher or facilitator in helping the learners meet the standards set by the K
to 12 Curriculum while overcoming their personal, social, and economic
constraints in schooling.

This learning resource hopes to engage the learners into guided and
independent learning activities at their own pace and time. Furthermore,
this also aims to help learners acquire the needed 21st century skills while
taking into consideration their needs and circumstances.

In addition to the material in the main text, you will also see this box in the
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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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For the learner:

Welcome to the Technology Livelihood Education 10 Alternative Delivery

Mode (ADM) Module on Equipment Handling Procedures and Techniques .

This module was designed to provide you with fun and meaningful
opportunities for guided and independent learning at your own pace and
time. You will be enabled to process the contents of the learning resource
while being an active learner.

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competencies you are expected to learn in
What I Need to Know the module.

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check what you already know about the
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correct (100%), you may decide to skip this
module.
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What is It and understand new concepts and skills.
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Key at the end of the module.
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level of mastery in achieving the learning
Assessment

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 competency.
In this portion, another activity will be given
to you to enrich your knowledge or skill of
Additional Activities the lesson learned.
This contains answers to all activities in the
Answer Key module.

At the end of this module you will also find:

References This is a list of all sources used in

developing this module.

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1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any
part of the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the
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activities included in the module.
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4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking your
answers.
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with it.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this module, do
not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always bear in mind
that you are not alone.

We hope that through this material, you will experience meaningful

learning and gain deep understanding of the relevant competencies. You
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 What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help
you master the nature of Agricultural Crop Production. 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 safety precautions in
preparation of materials and handling of irrigation works.

Performance Standard

The learner practices safety precautions in preparation of materials and

handling of irrigation work for agronomic crop production as stipulated in the
manual.

Learning Competency TLE_AFAC10TW-IIIa-e-1

LO 1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for irrigation work.

1.3. Demonstrate correct manual handling and tachniques used when
loading and unloading materials to minimize damage to the materials,
tools and equipment.

1.4. Follow material and equipment handling procedures.

The module has one lesson

Lesson 1 – Equipment Handling Procedure.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Explain the procedures and techniques in handling materials
and equipment ;
2. Identify the techniques in handling equipment to avoid damage
the material; and

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 3. Demonstrate correct manual handling and techniques when
loading and unloading materials.

What I Know

Direction: Read and understand the questions below. Choose the letter of the
best answer and write it on your answer quiz notebook.

1. Is required for bigger equipment for deciding lifting radius and lifting
height.
A. LxWxH B. AxBxC C. ExBxD D. CxHxA
2. Safe working load

A. STL
xxq
C. Safe Working Load
D. All of the above
3. The height above the setting of the crane that the load must be lifted to.
To derive at the boom height the length of hook, slings and load must be
added as well as some free space above any equipment the load will be slew
over.
A. Eccentric Load B. Load centre C. Automatic Load D. A&B
4. The responsible for ensuring that: A competent authorised person is
appointed to control the inventory of lifting equipment and arrangements Its
periodic examination in accordance with relevant standards and procedures.
A. Manager B. Station Head C. Security Guard D. Operator

5. Maximum horizontal distance between the point at which the centre of

crane rotation meets the ground and the vertical centreline passing through
the load lifting attachment.

A. Lower radius B. Lift Radius C. Right Radius D. Upper Radius

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Lesson Equipment Handling
1 Procedures and Techniques

What’s In

The purpose of this lesson is to provide procedures to assist the safe

handling of materials (manual handling and mechanical handling) and the
scope describes the requirements for the following – Responsibilities in
materials handling and equipment.

Material handling is the movement, protection, storage and control of

materials and products throughout manufacturing, warehousing,
distribution, consumption and disposal. As a process, material handling
incorporates a wide range of manual, semi-automated
and automated equipment and systems that support logistics and make the
supply chain work.

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 What’s New

Write the missing letters of the word inside the letter blocks below the
definition.

1. The process of applying controlled amounts of water to land to

assist in production of crops.

2. The implements used in an operation or activity.

3. The act of taking or holding something in the hands

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 What is It

PROCEDURE FOR MATERIAL HANDLING AND STORAGE

Definition of Terms

1. SWL - Safe working load

2. SLI – Safe load indicator, it is a system which cuts-off all the unsafe crane
operations if overloaded and anti- two blocking comply.
Note: Safe access route to the place for the crane set up shall be checked
with SS or SFE. Ensure that ground can carry the load of the crane. If soil is
soaked with water the loading capability is significantly reduced. Check for
underground cables and pipes as well as vicinity to any above ground
obstructions like fire hydrants, firewater valves and pits. Ensure that trailer
bringing the load also has a safe access, not blocked by the intended set up
of the crane.

3. Load: Weight of load can be from equipment data sheet, marking on

packing, marking on pipe spool, calculation (add 15% allowance for
inaccuracies) or weighing. Guessing the weight of the load is not allowed.
Crane user shall maintain record of how the weight was derived until the lift
is successfully completed.

4. Length x Width x Height (LxWxH): Is required for bigger equipment for

deciding lifting radius and lifting height. For bigger surface, say above 25
m2, also wind loads need to be considered. For small pipe spools, valves etc.
this data is not required.

5. Lift Radius: Maximum horizontal distance between the point at which the
centre of crane rotation meets the ground and the vertical centreline passing
through the load lifting attachment.

6.Lift Height: The height above the setting of the crane that the load must be
lifted to. To derive at the boom height the length of hook, slings and load

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must be added as well as some free space above any equipment the load will
be slew over.

7. Eccentric Load: Load centre of gravity does not correspond to the

geometrical centre, e.g. an unevenly loaded container. In case of eccentric
load for heavy loads, say above 2 T, centre of gravity should be calculated
and lifting points defined accordingly. For light loads the most practical is to
determine the centre of gravity by trial and error without lifting the load
completely off the ground.

8. Ground for crane set up safe: Can the ground support the point load from
outriggers or crawlers? Ground loading capability must be established.
Underground cables and pipes exposed to the load of the crane shall be
identified and if required protected by spreading the load by e.g. applying
spreaders under the outriggers. Experiences at site and elsewhere have
shown that paved areas are not necessarily having the loading capability as
per design.

9. Safe workload at lift radius will be derived from the selected Crane Load
Chart for the calculated lift radius and boom length. Adjustment shall be
done in relation to valid load test and only 90% of the load test value shall
be considered as safe workload.

10. Weight of hook block, slings and attachments shall be derived from
crane load chart and tables for slings. Total weight is the sum of the weight
of the load and weight of hook block, slings and attachment.

11. Capacity loading will be calculated by dividing the total weight with the
safe workload at lift radius. It shall not exceed 85%. For capacity loading
above 85% a lifting plan is required. No capacity loading above 100% shall
be allowed, equal to 90% of load test.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Station Head The station head is responsible for ensuring that: A

competent authorised person is appointed to control the inventory of lifting
equipment and arrangements Its periodic examination in accordance with
relevant standards and procedures. All supervisors involved in materials
handling understand the requirements of this standard. A system of review
and control is established to ensure that the implementation of this
standard is assessed on a regular basis as appropriate to the requirements
of the operation.

Competent Authorised Person (CAP) The Competent Authorised

Person (CAP) is competent by virtue of training, experience and qualification
and is appointed to examine lifting equipment on behalf of the Station Head.
He is not only competent to inspect for damage, deterioration or other
defects, but is also capable of assessing and advising what effect such

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defects will have on the strength and function of the lifting equipment. CAP
qualifications must be assessed and verified.

The CAP must supervise the examination and maintenance of all loose
lifting equipment within his area of responsibility every six months and
must ensure timely inspection and test of other items of lifting equipment
requiring inspection and testing by third party.

The CAP must maintain a register and keep a copy of certificates for each
piece of lifting equipment under his control.

This information must include:

_ Date received
 Serial numbe
 Description
 Safe working load
Date last inspected / certified Colour code
 Date destroyed

This record is to include permanently attached slings on equipment under

his responsibility, and will be available for inspection by Safety Advisors.

Cope of Materials Handling

Materials handling is a form of logistics movement that includes any

process that involves the movement between vehicles, conveyors, store
rooms, other forms of logistics support where employees are involved to
some extent.
The extent of employee involvement will vary by operation and may
include manual, automated, and semi-automated material handling events.
The safety keys outlined below a general guidance that would require
tailoring for specific materials and logistics support scenarios.

An Effective Materials Handling Safety Policy

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 The foundation for a safe workplace starts with policies and
procedures that senior management must put in place. A comprehensive
health and safety policy would include the appropriate level of guidelines on
material handling and the associated employee training program.
A key portion of the policy would be the safety compliance activity
that is essential for the business to operate. Most importantly, the policy
would inform on the shared responsibilities of each employee in keeping the
workplace safe.

Safety Training for Materials Handling

There are employee safety risks involved with materials handling in

distribution centers, warehouses, shop floors and loading docks. The
mitigation of safety risks starts with proper
training in awareness, procedures and safety equipment.
Safety training should be mandated for any new employees involved
with lifting, carrying, loading or transporting materials in any form. In
addition to new hire training, the safety risks and potential safety
compliance rules may require re-certification on an annual or other regular
time cycle.

Materials Handling Safety Procedures

The day to day handing of materials continues free of accident or

injury when safety procedures are consistently followed. Procedures start
with awareness of the specific materials handling risks involved and the
proper safety equipment for the situation. Procedures would cover the types
of material, and the conditions of the work area.

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Is the work area free of obstacles? Is there adequate lighting? Other
procedures would cover the number of employees involved with specific
handing events and the proper safety gear for the task.

Here’s a list for safely lifting and moving materials:

 Maintain the correct posture: avoid bending over and keep lifts close to
the body
 Lift in a careful, deliberate manner and avoid any sudden lift movements
 Never lift materials from a sitting position, or twist to pick up a heavy
object
 Use the correct grip on objects; lifts should be shoulder high and with
full grasp of the hands
 Get assistance from co-workers to avoid successive lifts of heavy objects
 Always make use of conveyors, slides or other devices, to avoid
unnecessary lifting or pushing of objects
 Always go around a blocked pathway, never step over an obstacle while
carrying material
 Maintain a clear line of site; objects should not block vision; lift only
where there is sufficient lighting
 Whenever possible; reduce load sizes, adjust bulky objects to ease
movement
 Regularly stretch back and leg muscles during the day and keep in good
physical shape
These are useful if posted and/or included in safety training manuals and
modules.

MANUAL LIFTING TECHNIQUES

1. Back injuries are one of the most common types of industrial accident
and although they may occur at a specific time, they are usually the result
of many years of incorrect manual lifting. Back injuries can be prevented by
proper lifting and the correct manual lifting technique is described below.

2. Keep the chin in and do not let the head drop forwards or backwards.

3. Take up a crouching or squatting position by bending the knees while

keeping the back straight; this does not necessarily mean vertical. The
important thing is not to bend the back.

4. Take a firm grip of the object to be lifted, using the palm of the hands and
the roots of the fingers.

Wherever possible, grip diagonally opposite corners of the load, one of them
underneath.

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5. Keep the arms as close to the body as possible allowing the body, rather
than the shoulders, arms or wrists, to take the weight.

6. Straighten the legs and use the thigh muscles to achieve the lift. When
lifting from the ground, take up the squatting position and allow the legs to
do all the work. Lift in stages, i.e. from floor to knee and from knee to
carrying position. When lifting and in the carrying position, the leading foot
must be pointing in the direction of travel.

7. Avoid standing with a heavy load; if you must stop, set it down by
reversing the lifting procedure described in the previous step.

8. Do not carry a load which obstructs your view and always ensure that
your line of travel is clear of obstructions.

IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT SAFETY

The following suggestions are aimed at ensuring the safety of the irrigator as
well as preventing damage to the equipment.

1. Read and follow directions in the owner's manual for each piece of
equipment, paying particular attention to the safety precautions and
features listed. Make sure that all employees also read and
understand all directions and precautions.
2. Store irrigation pipe at least 100 feet from overhead powerlines.
3. Look overhead and note electric power lines that are within reach of
the long pipes. When Lifting and transporting the pipe sections, keep
clear of the power lines.
4. Avoid moving irrigation equipment on windy days when pipes could be
blown into nearby power lines and keep pipes horizontal to the ground
rather than verical to minimize the risk of contact with power lines.
5. Be certain that moving irrigation equipmnet will not contact buildings,
power lines, poles, wires, etc.
6. Disconnect electric power before servicing a machine by personally
shutting off and locking the master control. Also make sure that
everyone is clear of the machine before it is turned back on.
7. Stay away from the equipment during an electrical storm.
8. When working with irrigation hydrants and valve openers care must
be taken to prevent a sudden release of water pressure which could
cause severe injury. When setting valve openers onto field irrigation
hydrants make sure the valve opener locking lever is swiveled far
enough colckwise to lock it onto the hydrant ears. Always do a quick
visual check to make sure the valve opener is locked onto the hydrant
ears before turning the water on or off.

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9. Stay out of the way of high-pressure water streams, such as end guns.
10.Protect electric motors from overload, overheating, overvoltage, undervoltage,
phase imbalance in three-phase electrical systems, phase failure, low
current or high current.
11.Be sure the engines used to power pumps are equipped with safety devices
that will stop them before damage occurs from overload, overheating, loss of
oil pressure or runaway (if pump becomes disconnected or loses its prime).
12.Be sure all pumps are equipped with devices that will shut off the electric
motor or engine if there is a break in the suction or loss of pressure in the
main pipeline.
13.To perform overhead maintenance, use a ladder that is sufficiently tall as
well as
stable.
14.Have qualified service personnel perform any hazardous repair or
maintenance.
15.Keep all guards and shields in place, especially those covering power-take-off
units.
16.Make sure that service or auxiliary equipment is not in the path of the
irrigation system.
17.Bury all power lines around the equipment, and clearly mark where they are
buried.
18.Keep away from moving parts when equipment is in operation.
19.If fuses or circuit breakers keep blowing, don't "correct" by over-fusing. Find
the cause.
20.Do not irrigate at air temperatures below 40F. Spraying has a cooling effect,
and the water can freeze even though the temperature is above 32F.
21.Periodically check the system for any loose or missing bolts, which could
cause collapse of the equipment.
22.Know what to do should an emergency situation occur, and also instruct all
employees on what to do.
23.If chemicals have been added to the irrigation water, avoid exposure to spray
drift; and make sure that the spray does not blow past the area of intended
operation.

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 What's More

Directions: Answer the checklist by writing / if you agree the statement and X if you dont agree.

Safety Handling Checklist

No. Pre-operations Safety checklist Yes / Remarks

No
1  Maintain the correct posture: avoid bending
over and keep lifts close to the body
 Lift in a careful, deliberate manner and avoid
any sudden lift movements

3  Never lift materials from a sitting position, or

twist to pick up a heavy object

4  Use the correct grip on objects; lifts should be

shoulder high and with full grasp of the
hands

5  No need to get assistance from co-workers to

avoid successive lifts of heavy objects

6  Always make use of conveyors, slides or other

devices, to avoid unnecessary lifting or
pushing of objects

7  Always go around a blocked pathway, never

step over an obstacle while carrying material

8  Maintain a clear line of site; objects should
not block vision; lift only where there is
sufficient lighting

9  Whenever possible; reduce load sizes, adjust

bulky objects to ease movement

10  Sometime stretch back and leg muscles

during the day and keep in good physical
shape

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 What I Have Learned

Answer briefly the following questions.Rubric

Write your answer in your activity notebook
Above Meets Approaching Below
Expectations
1. What is material Expectations
handling? Expectations Expectations

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Reflective The reflection The reflection The reflection The reflection

Thinking Explains the Explains the Attempts to Does not

2. Why is it very important to follow the procedure in handling address
materialsthe
Student’s
and equipment at theown Student’s
work place? Demonstrate
student’s
thinking about
Thinking and Thinking thinking
his/her own
learning about learning and/or
learning
processes, as learning
processes. But is vague
well as
and/or
Implications unclear about
for future the personal
learning. learning
process.

Analysis The reflection The reflection The reflection The reflection

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 Is an in-depth Is an analysis Attempts to does not move

Analysis of the Of the learning Analyze the beyond a

learning descriptive of
Experience Learning the learning
Experiences, experience.
the value of And the value Experience but
the derived the value
Of the derived
Of the learning
Learning to Learning to to the student
self or others, self or others
or others is
and the
vague and/or
enhancement
unclear.
Of the
student’s
appreciation

For the
discipline

Making The reflection The reflection The reflection The reflection

Connections
Articulates Articulates attempts to Does not
Articulates articulate any
Multiple Connections
connection to
Connections
Connections Between this other learning
Between this or experiences
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Learning
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and content And content
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Learning, life Learning
Experiences,
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and/or And/or future
or personal
goal
goals , but the
Future goals.
connection is
vague and/or
unclear.

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 What I Can Do

Direction: Illustrate the 3 safety handling procedure.

Step no. 1

Step no.2

Step no. 3

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 Assessment

Direction: Read and understand the statement. Write TRUE if the

statement is correct and False if it is not. Write your answers in your quiz
notebook.

1. Store irrigation pipe at least 100 feet from overhead powerlines.

2. Do irrigate at air temperatures below 40F. Spraying has a cooling
effect, and the water can freeze even though the temperature is above 32F.
3. Stay near the high-pressure water streams, such as end guns.
4. Be sure the engines used to power pumps are equipped with safety
devices that will stop them before damage occurs from overload,
overheating, loss of oil pressure or runaway (if pump becomes disconnected
or loses its prime).
5. Be sure all pumps are equipped with devices that will shut off the
electric motor or engine if there is a break in the suction or loss of pressure
in the main pipeline.
6. To perform overhead maintenance, use a ladder that is sufficiently
tall as well as
stable.
7. Have qualified service personnel perform any hazardous repair or
maintenance.
8. Keep all guards and shields in place, especially those covering
power-take-off units.
9. Make sure that service or auxiliary equipment is not in the path of
the irrigation system.
10. Keep near from moving parts when equipment is in operation.

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 Additional Activities

Direction: What you have learned from the lesson? Write at least 5
sentences of your reflection .

Answer Key

Assessment What I Know

T a
F c
F a
T b
T b
T
T
T
T
F

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References
Material-Handling-Storage.pdf (tatapower.com)

Chapter 9 - Irrigation Equipment Safety | College of Agricultural Sciences (oregonstate.edu)

Five Essential Steps for Material Handling Safety | Advanced Consulting and Training
(advancedct.com)
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