Use protective clothing and equipment.
Use should include
- the types of protective clothing and equipment (e.g., for protection of the eyes, face, respiratory system, auditory functions, feet, hands, and body) and the hazards and precautions associated with each
- grooming and hygiene considerations (e.g., precautions related to hair length, loose clothing, and jewelry; greasy hands, shoes, or clothing; dirty or scratched eye protection)
- adherence to manufacturer instructions and government regulations concerning hazardous material and lab safety.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What hazards exist due to loose-fitting clothing or long hair?
- When is it advisable to use goggles in an agricultural mechanics lab/workshop?
- When is it necessary to wear ear protection in an agricultural mechanics lab/workshop?
- Why are steel-toed boots and shoes worn in agricultural mechanics labs/workshops?