Appendix A:  Training Plans for Cow/Calf Production 10

Learning Objectives

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O – Observed

D – Demonstrated

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Identifies the major types of potential farm hazards:    

·        moving vehicles

·        speed and power of machines and moving parts

·        center of gravity (roll over)

·        working with groups of people around machinery

·        clothing, gloves, and footwear

·        rotating parts (PTO, belts, chains, etc.)

·        hot surfaces and fluids

·        high pressure hydraulics

·        other __________________

Demonstrates personal safety habits when working around and operating farm machinery and livestock

Identify and describe situations which warrant:

·        use of ear plugs

·        eye protection

·        dust protection for breathing

·        location and accessibility of fire, First Aid equipment

Maintains the tools and shop in a clean and safe condition

Identifies safety guards, shields, safety devices and warning signs used on farm equipment

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A – Assisted

O – Observed

D – Demonstrated

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Describes proper clothing and protective gear

Demonstrates the safety hazards associated with small tools, jacks, winches, and other lifting equipment

Describes three basic components of a fire

Describes the three classes or types of fire

Lists the classes of possible fire on:

·        a truck or tractor

·        farm shop

·        other potential areas

Reads and interprets the labels on a fire extinguisher

Selects the proper extinguisher for the type of fire

Performs basic emergency First Aid procedures to:

·        restore breathing

·        choking victims

·        bleeding cases

·        victims of shock

·        other _____________________

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Learning Objectives

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A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

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Demonstrates the following communication skills:

·        reading and forwarding messages

·        reading and interpreting charts

·        interpreting manuals

·        other _____________________

Demonstrates effective communication through:

·        choice of words

·        simple instructions and answers

·        concise, specific language

Composes and passes on messages and information through:

·        telephone messages on written notes

·        messages left and retrieved through voice mail and answering machines

·        messages delivered or received through faxes

·        person to person messages and information

Locates, sorts, and summarizes specific information for manuals and a variety of publications

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Learning Objectives

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O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

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Develops an individual career profile

Identifies basic personal and employability skills

Prepares a personal time management system

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Describes the kinds of plans used in beef production

Develops a land management plan

Develops a farm plan

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Demonstrates preventative maintenance such as:

·        checking oil

·        checking fuel levels

·        cleaning radiators

·        monitoring gauges

·        removing dust build-up

Interprets manuals of farm equipment

Identifies and describes the operational procedure and safety hazards for:

·        screwdrivers

·        wrenches

·        pliers and cutters

·        hammers, mauls, chisels and punches

·        other ____________________

Identifies and describes the characteristics of and the safety hazards associated with:

·        mechanical jacks and winches

·        hand jacks and winches

·        hydraulic lifting equipment

·        other lifting devices

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A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

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Identifies the transportation regulations for moving farm equipment on public roads in terms of:

·        licensing

·        insurance

·        operator’s qualifications

·        types of roads

·        other ___________________

Describes the transportation regulations for the equipment in terms of:

·        width, height and length requirements

·        lighting

·        slow moving signs

·        clear visibility

·        seasonal restrictions

·        other ___________________

Understands the need for emergency equipment

Describes examples of tools and emergency equipment for farm equipment in transport

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O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

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Describes and understands how the marketing system works for:

·        feed grain

·        cattle

Locates and interprets current market information

Identifies and describes the various kinds of markets used in beef production and lists the advantages and disadvantages of each

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Describe and state the function of the physiological characteristics of beef cattle

·       body structure

·       digestive systems

·       reproductive systems

·       age and its relation to the size, frame and weight

·       mammary system

·       other _____________________

Identifies the genders by proper name and distinguishing characteristics

Identifies types of breeds of beef cattle

States characteristics of each breed, each breed’s uniqueness or special characteristics, and the strengths and weaknesses of each characteristic when operating a cow/calf operation

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