Title: Demonstrate safe practices in the agricultural mechanics lab/workshop.
Course: Agricultural Education - Preparation (18003-II) > Section: Investigating Agricultural Tools and Machinery

Demonstration should include

- passing written tests with 100 percent accuracy on
  - general lab/workshop safety
  - safety and operating procedures for all tools, equipment, and machinery
  - the major parts of all tools, equipment, and machinery
- passing a proficiency/performance test with 100 percent accuracy for all tools, equipment, and machinery
- following manufacturer instructions and reviewing safety manuals, when applicable
- following all safety guidelines and procedures when using tools, equipment, and machinery in the agricultural mechanics lab/workshop
- selecting appropriate PPE for the operation of concern

- following the safety standards and regulations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the Equipment and Engine Training Council (EETC) Education Committee, and safety data sheets (SDS).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What information should be provided to medical personnel if a student was splashed with a chemical in an eye or wound?
- Why are school labs/workshops required to follow state and national safety standards?
- What agency requires labs/workshops and businesses to use the services of companies such as Safety-Kleen?
- What are the dangers of running an engine in a confined space without proper ventilation?
- Why is it important to achieve 100 percent accuracy on tests regarding safety and operating procedures before using tools, equipment, and machinery?

Teacher Resource: Laboratory Safety Resources, Department of Agricultural, Leadership, and Community Education, Virginia Tech