Module 34: Causes and Prevention of Farm Accidents (Core)
Student’s Name ___________________________ Farmer-Trainer_______________________________
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| Identifies and is perceptive to farm hazards Identifies farm safety groups, organizations, and regulations set out by Workers’ Compensation and other groups |
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| Describes the use of safety guards, shields, and other safety devices used on farm equipment Demonstrates a safety walk-around check on all the devices used for safety Develops a personal safety audit of a farm environment |
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| Demonstrates safe practices when using lifting equipment Identifies the safety hazards associated with use of: · power or manual tools · jacks, winches and other lifting equipment |
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| Identifies potential fire hazards in a farm environment Describes types of fire fighting techniques needed for a farm setting Describes the precautions necessary when dealing with the different types of fires |
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Module 35: First Response for Farm Accidents (Core)
Student’s Name _______________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Demonstrates the required skills to handle emergency situations |
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| Develops and creates a well-equipped First Aid kit |
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| Displays charts of emergency phone numbers (police, fire halls, ambulance, doctor, hospital, etc.) in appropriate places |
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Module 36: Communications (Core)
Student’s Name ______________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Identifies where producers need reliable information such as: · commodity prices, markets and growing conditions · transportation and other input costs · health problems and weed/insect infestations · financial/banking information · other ______________________ |
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| Demonstrates the ability to locate and sort useful information Demonstrates the ability to critique information Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively reliable information |
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| Describes and demonstrates the communication needed for: · writing and publications · information management · office tools |
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| Demonstrates effective communication skills to understand or be understood by employees, employers, suppliers, or customers |
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Module 37: Career Exploration (Core)
Student’s Name ______________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Identify career cluster and the range of occupational opportunities in the type of farming that interests the student according to: · primary production (professional science, management, etc.) · marketing, distribution and retail services · support services (production, financial, government) |
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Module 38: Farm Planning (Core)
Student’s Name ______________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Prepares a projected budget for the particular type of farm |
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| Selects and demonstrates use of an accounting system |
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| Describes a net worth statement Prepares a net worth statement |
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| Investigates the sources of credit and a credit rating system |
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Module 39: Farm Equipment Maintenance and Repair (Core)
Student’s Name ______________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Lists the components and the types of fluids that need to be checked: · fuel, oil (engine, transmission, steering) · water (radiator, battery) · accessories (hydraulics) |
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| Demonstrates correct procedures to change: · oil and oil filters for various kinds of the vehicles · hydraulic, fuel, air, and water filters |
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| Describes the types of greases and oils for high/low speed, seasons and other factors |
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| Demonstrates the correct procedures to change: · non-engine parts requiring lubrication · air cleaners · grease gun · coolant · battery · other ______________________ |
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Module 39: Farm Equipment Maintenance and Repair (Core)
Student’s Name ______________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Demonstrates the correct procedures to service: · drive train and transmission · brake system · tires and rims |
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| Demonstrates the standards illustrated in the operator’s manual, use and operational procedure, and safety precautions required to use: · wrenches · screwdrivers · hammers · chisels · punches · files and rasps · saws for wood and metal · other tools |
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| Identifies and describes the characteristics of; knows the weight range, strength, and capacity of: · hydraulic jacks and hoists · hand jacks and hoists · direct vertical lift · floor type lift · automotive type lift · other power or manual jacks/winches |
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Module 39: Farm Equipment Maintenance and Repair (Core)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Identifies the dangers and hazards associated with lifting equipment Identifies unsafe, worn, or defective parts on any lifting equipment |
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| Demonstrates the ability to repair any lifting equipment |
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| Identifies and explains: · licensing · insurance · Dangerous Goods Transportation Act · width, height and length requirements · lighting · use of slow moving signs · clear visibility rules · seasonal restrictions · emergency equipment required in crisis when transporting machinery on public roads |
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| Obtains and knows the government and municipal guidelines for transporting farm equipment, trucks, or machinery on public roads |
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Module 40: Transporting Farm Equipment (Core)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Describes the various pieces of legislation covering transportation of farm equipment including: · slow moving vehicle signs · height and weight · speed · road obstructions/restrictions · road conditions |
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| Demonstrates how to prepare and hook up the equipment for road transport including: · proper drawbar length, height and position · proper drawpins · hydraulic connections · proper placement of signs and lights Demonstrates the safe transport of farm equipment |
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Module 41: Environmental Regulations and Disposal of Farm Chemicals (Core)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Interprets the signs, symbols, and directions of manufacturer’s recommendations for: · safe handling · proper use · mitigating harmful effects on the environment · disposal |
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| Describes the environmental laws and the restrictions governing the use of and disposal of various farm chemicals Identifies the different regulations from various municipalities for use and disposal of all farm chemicals (Attention should be focused on those municipalities where students will be operating.) |
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Module 42: Grain Marketing (Core)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Describes various grain marketing systems |
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| Describes when, how and where to transport grain |
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| Describes grading of grain and identifies · categories of grades · how and why the grade is assigned · quality, weight, colour, and condition of an assigned grade |
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Module 43: Developing and Using Financial Plans (Core)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Identifies the components of a financial plan Compiles information on the different manual types or computer programs available |
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| Develops a financial plan |
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| Prepares a records management system for crop production |
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Module 44: Grain Storage (Core)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Operates grain moisture testing equipment |
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| Analyses and recommends proper grain storage |
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| Describes the different types of devices for controlling the condition of grain in storage |
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Module 45: Off Season Storage of Farm Equipment (Optional)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Describes and demonstrates proper procedures for putting farm equipment into seasonal storage by considering the following: · clean off residue · identify repairs needed · store in shed in order of use · removal of hitch, PTO and other attachments · other ______________________ |
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| Describes and applies the agents for protection of equipment during storage including: · oil changes · diesel fuel levels · tarps, covers and other systems of protection · block equipment to relieve weight on tires · hydraulic pressures · other ______________________ |
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Module 46: Operation of Air Seeding Equipment (Optional)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Describes and demonstrates the basic routine inspection, maintenance, and operation of air seeding equipment |
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| Demonstrates proper filling procedures for grain and fertilizer Interprets and demonstrates use of operator’s manual for equipment related to the seeding process |
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| Demonstrates the ability to operate an air seeder or other seeding equipment according to: · depth adjustment · speed · seeding patterns · seeding rates · other ______________________ |
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Module 47: Operation and Maintenance of Wheel Move Type Irrigation Systems (Optional)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Demonstrates care when loading, moving, and unloading irrigation pipe system Demonstrates precautions when moving mainline and laterals from storage to the field location |
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| Demonstrates how to lay out and connect the pipe system Demonstrates the proper checking procedures before, during and after pressurization or start-up |
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| Demonstrates how to evaluate and monitor the water flow including looking for: · plugged nozzles or poor spray patterns · leaking pipe couplers · other ______________________ Demonstrates how to repair problems |
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| Describes and demonstrates the ability to shut down the irrigation system Demonstrates proper storage techniques |
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| Identifies and demonstrates maintenance on the motor drive units include: · lubrication points · chain tension · air filter and other routine motor maintenance · other _____________________ |
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Module 48: Operation and Maintenance of Pivot Type Irrigation Systems (Optional)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Identifies the main parts of the pivot irrigation systems and describes function of each part |
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| Demonstrates how to align the unit and take corrective measures if required |
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| Demonstrates how to check before, during and after pressurization or start-up Describes the pressure relief valve on the pivot system Demonstrates how to repair problems Demonstrates how to inspect sprinklers and perform routing service as required |
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Module 49: Techniques for Gathering Soil Samples (Optional)
Student’s Name _____________________ Farmer-Trainer___________________________
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Describes and demonstrates soil sample techniques as determined by laboratories or fertilizer dealers |
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