Title: Discuss safety concerns related to the floral industry.
Course: Floral Design II (18056-II) > Section: Applying Safety Practices and Procedures in Floral Design

Discussion should include

- safety standards established by federal, state, and local laws/codes
- recognition of floral design shop evacuation routes and procedures
- recognition of fire extinguisher location(s) and first-aid station
- personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing (e.g., closed-toe shoes, aprons, gloves)
- basic first aid treatment procedures (e.g., for cuts, punctures, burns, etc.)
- good housekeeping to avoid accidents (e.g., addressing wet floors and floral debris, organizing shops and workrooms)
- managing and disposing of trash, recyclables, and combustible, flammable, and hazardous material (e.g., aerosol cans and chemicals)
- storing materials, supplies, tools, and equipment (e.g., potentially dangerous chemicals must be properly stored and used per labels, manufacturer recommendations, and regulations)
- managing displays to ensure customer safety (e.g., cacti and plants with thorns out-of-reach)
- using stepstool and ladder safety
- explaining insurance, liability, and worker’s compensation.

Teacher Resource:

Inghram, D. (2013). HT041 Daily Safety in the Floral Shop. Horticulture Library. Stewart-Peterson Inc.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What tools used in floral design can cause burns? What precautions should be taken to avoid burns?
- What PPE do floral designers commonly use?
- What ergonomic hazards may floral designers encounter?