Following safety procedures and protocols should include

explaining general safety
discussing classroom/laboratory rules and procedures
identifying potential safety hazards in the classroom, lab, and land lab
- physical
- chemical
- biological
- ergonomic
- electrical
passing all required safety tests with 100 percent accuracy for general safety and for all tools, machinery, and equipment used
using and maintaining personal protective equipment (PPE) as required
recognizing
- relevant evacuation routes
- fire extinguisher location(s)
- first-aid kit/station location(s)
explaining environmental considerations for workers in the turfgrass industry (e.g., weather, heat, cold, air water quality) and how these impact an employee’s ability to complete job assignments
adhering to industry-recommended safety practices and guidelines when using tools, machinery, equipment, and other supplies in the classroom, lab, greenhouse, and/or land lab.

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Process/Skill Questions:

What clothing and equipment are required for personal safety in the turfgrass industry?
How does proper clothing and PPE help keep workers safe working in various jobs in the turfgrass industry?
What are the laws that address safety procedures in the turfgrass industry?
What are possible health issues that could arise while working outside to include encounters with insects and animal feces?
What are some safety hazards associated with hand and power tools?
Where are the fire extinguishers located in your laboratory and what types of extinguishers are they?
Where is the first aid kit located in your laboratory?
How can weather be dangerous for workers in the turfgrass industry?