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  1. Tools to Protect Water Quality

    https://advancement.cfaes.ohio-state.edu/newsletter/cfaes-connect/december-2018/tools-protect-water-quality

    In order to prevent harmful algae blooms, CFAES researchers work to give farmers and the public ... allow for more insight on a broad, regional level as we work to address water quality challenges.  Read ...

  2. Equipment and Plant Transport for Trainers and Supervisors

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-892213

    plants safely. Trainer’s Note Many landscaping and horticulture businesses use trucks and trailers to ... the information below on securing equipment and plants on trailers, and on safe driving with trailers. ... while towing a trailer. Demonstrate how to back a trailer. Ask workers if they have any questions after ...

  3. Mixing and Spraying Pesticides for Trainers and Supervisors

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-892230

    water before you eat, drink, smoke, or go the bathroom. Clothing worn during spraying should be washed ... mixed and sprayed safely. For this module: Review the contents of this module with your workers. Discuss ... epa.gov/pesticide-worker-safety/how-get-certified-pesticide-applicator. Employers who have received WPS training can provide this training or hire someone who has been ...

  4. Handheld Trimmers and Brush Cutters

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-79037

    precautions, they can be operated safely, and the chance of injury can be greatly reduced. Safe Operation ... including starting, stopping and making adjustments. • Inspect the unit and attachments for signs of wear ... • Do  not  cut near hard objects when using rigid blades. • Keep the hands and feet away from moving ...

  5. Canning Basics

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/HYG-5338

    bacteria more rapidly when heated. Acidic foods may be safely canned in a boiling water canner. Low-acid ... a gentle boil throughout the process schedule. Add more boiling water, if needed, to keep the water level ... simplify and safely preserve higher quality foods. Knowing why canning works and what causes food to spoil ...

  6. Caught-in or Caught-between Objects

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-59121

    involving being caught-in or between objects occur and how to prevent them. Trainer’s Note Share the ... how they could be prevented. Review the true or false quiz. Background Caught-in or between injuries ... stopped to change a flat wagon tire. The wagon fell, pinning the worker between the ground and the wagon. ...

  7. Using Hay Harvesting Equipment Safely

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-59126

    in these areas is especially important for safe operation. Informally discuss with employees how to ... all other moving parts to stop completely. Other recommendations for safe baler operation: While ... hazards associated with hay harvesting and know how to prevent possible incidents. Trainer’s Note Often ...

  8. Wood Chippers and Shredders

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/aex-79034

    aimed in a safe direction to control discharged material. • Keep the hands and feet away from the ... death. A reputable dealer and an operator’s manual will help determine safe operating procedures as well ... are powered by the PTO of a tractor and mounted on a three-point hitch. Safe Operation When operating ...

  9. Livestock Water Development

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/ANR-12

    the structure. Travel distance may determine how stock come to the water source to drink. Studies have ... shown that when cattle graze less than 600 to 900 feet from water, the stock go to drink individually ... individually to water, a tank that allows two to four percent of the animals to drink at one time and a flow ...

  10. Secondary Injury Prevention: Heat Stress

    https://ohioline.osu.edu/factsheet/AEX-981.4-10

    because they increase metabolism, increasing body heat and water loss. 4. Drink water. • Water cools the ... air-conditioned room or vehicle, if possible. Take sips of water. If nausea occurs, discontinue water. If vomiting ... • Caused by dehydration. Prevention: Water consumption every 15 to 20 minutes. Carbohydrate-electrolyte ...

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