Greenhouse Safety
Name: ______Date: ______
Greenhouse Safety
Greenhouse Safety
• The nature of the work in a greenhouse ______.
• Workers should be made aware of the ______so that proper measures can be taken to prevent, or be cautious of, the problems that can occur.
Common Hazards
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Wet Areas
• Greenhouses cause ______.
• Watering of plants and the increased humidity causes water puddles and algae build-up on walkways.
• Results in slippery conditions that can lead to______.
Recommended Safety Practices:
• Post ______indicating slick areas.
• Treat the slick surfaces to reduce ______.
• Periodically inspect and clean the walkways.
Cluttered Aisles
• Hoses, plants, carts, and other items can clutter up the aisle ways and create a ______.
Recommended Safety Practices:
• Check the aisles regularly to see that they are ______of ______.
• Make sure hanging plants are secure and provide ______.
Faulty Electrical Wiring
• Poor electrical wiring is a major cause of ______.
• The most common electrical problems in greenhouses include:
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Recommended Safety Practices:
• Have the ______of a professional electrician inspect the greenhouse wiring.
• Use standard twist connectors to join wires.
• Only use extension cords with ______to carry the current.
• Never place extension cords under carpets where they can be ______from ______.
• See that all electrical joints are secure within a junction or receptacle box.
• Locate breakers and service boxes away from areas that will be wet.
Use of Chemicals
• Care must be taken when ______and ______chemicals.
• ______can occur through contact with the skin and by inhaling fumes.
Recommended Safety Practices:
• Schedule the application of chemicals when temperatures are cool.
• Always read and follow instructions on the ______.
• Only allow employees trained in the use of chemicals to handle them.
• Wear ______when mixing and applying chemicals.
Power Equipment
• Both experienced workers and workers new to the industry are at risk of injury from pieces of power equipment.
• ______often are not aware of the dangers and must be trained on the safety procedures.
• ______become familiar with the procedures and can become careless and often require re-training.
Common Danger Zones:
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Fans, Flywheels and Pulley Systems:
• ______.
• Guards should prevent openings that prevent entry of fingers and hands.
Potting Machines:
• ______on potting machines are dangerous and should be guarded.
Soil Mixers:
• Should have safeguards that prevent workers from falling into the hopper.
Conveyors:
• ______have become increasingly popular.
• These systems offer a particular danger where the conveyor belt and end roller meet.
• These points need to be guarded so the machinery cannot ______and ______.
Tractors:
• The ______(PTO) must be guarded as it can grab limbs and clothing and cause serious injury.
• Also, tractors are to be ridden only by the operator of the vehicle.
• ______.
Forklifts:
• Forklift trucks are among the ______pieces of power equipment used in the greenhouse industry.
• Employers must provide ______to employees regarding the operation of the vehicle.