Appendix B:  Training Plans for Feedlot Production 20

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

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O

D

Identifies potential farm hazards

Explains why these areas need cautionary attention

Describes the use of safety guards, shields and other safety devices used on farm equipment

Locates, reads, and comprehends warning messages on farm equipment

Describes the kind of proper clothing and protective gear (footwear, gloves, glasses, breathing devices, hearing devices) necessary to observe farm safety

Identifies the farm jobs that require this cautionary equipment

Demonstrates safe practice when using manual or power tools

Identifies the safety precautions when using jacks and winches

Describes the hazards associated with manual or power tool and other lifting equipment

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Identifies various fire hazards in a farm environment

Describes fire prevention strategies on farms

Identifies the different types of fires that can occur on a farm

Demonstrates basic first aid skills required on a farm

Identifies the steps in handling emergency procedures that require police, ambulance and fire fighters

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills when:

·        reading and forwarding messages

·        reading and interpreting farm products

·        calculating rates and rations

·        interpreting manuals

·        engaging in other types of communication

Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication by using:

·        appropriate choice of words

·        simple instructions and answers

·        concise, specific language

Identifies the information and communication needs on the farm

Receives and passes on messages accurately in the following ways:

·        telephone messages with written notes

·        messages left and retrieved through voice mail or answering machines

·        messages delivered or received through faxes

·        face to face messages and information

·        e-mail or other computer generated messages

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Locates, sorts, and uses information contained in a variety of publications

Locates, sorts, and uses information retrieved from the Internet or other computer sources

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Develops an individual career profile by identifying:

·        identifying specifically areas of interest

·        life experiences

·        areas of expertise

·        relevant experiences

·        strengths and abilities

·        activities and interests

·        dislikes or areas that need improvement

·        academic and non-academic strengths

·        other __________________

Identifies the career opportunity with these studies

Researches career clusters and the range of occupational opportunities related to this area

Demonstrates use of time management skills

Prioritizes and prepares a personal time management system

Identifies basic personal and employability skills

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Identifies the kinds of plans used in a livestock production operation

Develops the plans necessary to operate this type of farm

Develops a:

·        land management plan

·        farm management plan

ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:

Learning Objectives

√ if Student:

A - Assisted

O - Observed

D - Demonstrated

Completion

Date

Comments

A

O

D

Demonstrates skills in machinery maintenance:

·        checking oil

·        checking fuel levels

·        cleaning radiators

·        cleaning filters

·        monitoring gauges

·        preventing dust build-up on screens or filters

·        other _____________

Identifies and describes a variety of different types of tools and their uses

Demonstrates correct selection and use of each tool

Distinguishes between a safe practice and an unsafe practice

Identifies and describes the characteristics of the common farm mechanical, hydraulic and hand jacks and winches

Compares and contrasts the uses and efficiencies of the direct vertical, automotive, floor type, and any other type of lifting device

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