Loosen packed soil.

Loosening should include

• identification of safety concerns and procedures
• selection of tools and equipment
• demonstration of the procedures for loosening soil, removing stones, removing soil, and preventing runoff.

Process/Skill Questions:

• What are some safety concerns that should be considered before digging?
• Who should be called before digging takes place? Why?
• What are some of the reasons for loosening packed soil?
• What are some of the tools that can be used to loosen soil?
• How can runoff be prevented when loosening soil?