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Quarter 3 – Agri-Crop Production
Module 2: Equipment Handling
Procedures and Techniques

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T L E– Grade 10-Agri-Crop Production
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 3 – Module 2: Equipment Handling Procedures and Techniques
Second Edition, 2021

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 What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help
you master the nature of Agricultural Crop Production. The scope of this
module permits it to be used in many different learning situations. The
language used recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students. The
lessons are arranged to follow the standard sequence of the course. But the
order in which you read them can be changed to correspond with the
textbook you are now using.

What I Know

Direction: Read and understand the questions below. Choose the letter of
the best answer and write it on your answer notebook.

1. Which of the following is required for bigger equipment in deciding lifting

radius and lifting height?

A. L x W x H C. E x B x D
B. A x B x C D. C x H x A

2. What does SWL stand for?

A. Safe Working Life C. Safe Working Load

B. Safe Waking Life D. Safe Waking Load

3. What do you call the height above the setting of the crane that the load
must be lifted to?

A. Eccentric Load C. Automatic Load

B. Load center D. Lift Height

4. Who is responsible for ensuring that a competent authorized person is

appointed to control the inventory of lifting equipment and
arrangements?

A. Manager C. Security Guard

B. Station Head D. Operator

5. What do you call the maximum horizontal distance between the point at
which the center of crane rotation meets the ground and the vertical
centerline passing through the load lifting attachment?

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A. Lower radius C. Right Radius
B. Lift Radius D. Upper Radius

Lesson
Equipment Handling
1 Procedures and Techniques

What’s In

The purpose of this lesson is to provide procedures to assist the safe

handling of materials (manual handling and mechanical handling) and the
scope describes the requirements for the following – Responsibilities in
materials handling and equipment.

Material handling is the movement, protection, storage and control of

materials and products throughout manufacturing, warehousing,
distribution, consumption and disposal. As a process, material handling
incorporates a wide range of manual, semi-automated
and automated equipment and systems that support logistics and make the
supply chain work.

What’s New

Write the missing letters of the word inside the letter blocks below the
definition.
2. The implements used in an
operation or activity.
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1. The process of applying

controlled amounts of water to
land to assist in production of
crops.
3. The act of taking or holding
something in the hands

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 What Is It

PROCEDURE FOR MATERIAL HANDLING AND STORAGE

Definition of Terms

1. SWL - Safe working load

2. SLI – Safe load indicator, it is a system which cuts-off all the unsafe crane
operations if overloaded and anti- two blocking comply.

Note: Safe access route to the place for the crane set up shall be checked
with SS or SFE. Ensure that ground can carry the load of the crane. If soil is
soaked with water the loading capability is significantly reduced. Check for
underground cables and pipes as well as vicinity to any above ground
obstructions like fire hydrants, firewater valves and pits. Ensure that trailer
bringing the load also has a safe access, not blocked by the intended set up
of the crane.

3. Load: Weight of load can be from equipment data sheet, marking on

packing, marking on pipe spool, calculation (add 15% allowance for
inaccuracies) or weighing. Guessing the weight of the load is not allowed.
Crane user shall maintain record of how the weight was derived until the lift
is successfully completed.

4. Length x Width x Height (L x W x H): Is required for bigger equipment for

deciding lifting radius and lifting height. For bigger surface, say above 25
m2, also wind loads need to be considered. For small pipe spools, valves etc.
this data is not required.

5. Lift Radius: Maximum horizontal distance between the point at which the
center of crane rotation meets the ground and the vertical centerline passing
through the load lifting attachment.

6.Lift Height: The height above the setting of the crane that the load must be
lifted to. To derive at the boom height the length of hook, slings and load
must be added as well as some free space above any equipment the load will
be slew over.

7. Eccentric Load: Load center of gravity does not correspond to the

geometrical center, e.g. an unevenly loaded container. In case of eccentric
load for heavy loads, say above 2 T, center of gravity should be calculated
and lifting points defined accordingly. For light loads the most practical is to
determine the center of gravity by trial and error without lifting the load
completely off the ground.

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8. Ground for crane set up safe: Can the ground support the point load from
outriggers or crawlers? Ground loading capability must be established.
Underground cables and pipes exposed to the load of the crane shall be
identified and if required protected by spreading the load by e.g., applying
spreaders under the outriggers. Experiences at site and elsewhere have
shown that paved areas are not necessarily having the loading capability as
per design.

9. Safe workload at lift radius will be derived from the selected Crane Load
Chart for the calculated lift radius and boom length. Adjustment shall be
done in relation to valid load test and only 90% of the load test value shall
be considered as safe workload.

10. Weight of hook block, slings and attachments shall be derived from
crane load chart and tables for slings. Total weight is the sum of the weight
of the load and weight of hook block, slings and attachment.

11. Capacity loading will be calculated by dividing the total weight with the
safe workload at lift radius. It shall not exceed 85%. For capacity loading
above 85% a lifting plan is required. No capacity loading above 100% shall
be allowed, equal to 90% of load test.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Station Head The station head is responsible for ensuring that: A competent
authorized person is appointed to control the inventory of lifting equipment
and arrangements Its periodic examination in accordance with relevant
standards and procedures. All supervisors involved in materials handling
understand the requirements of this standard. A system of review and
control is established to ensure that the implementation of this standard is
assessed on a regular basis as appropriate to the requirements of the
operation.

Competent Authorized Person (CAP) The Competent Authorized Person (CAP)

is competent by virtue of training, experience and qualification and is
appointed to examine lifting equipment on behalf of the Station Head. He is
not only competent to inspect for damage, deterioration or other defects, but
is also capable of assessing and advising what effect such defects will have
on the strength and function of the lifting equipment. CAP qualifications
must be assessed and verified.

The CAP must supervise the examination and maintenance of all loose
lifting equipment within his area of responsibility every six months and
must ensure timely inspection and test of other items of lifting equipment
requiring inspection and testing by third party.

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The CAP must maintain a register and keep a copy of certificates for each
piece of lifting equipment under his control.

This information must include:

 Date received
 Serial number
 Description
 Safe working load
 Date last inspected/ Certified Color code
 Date destroyed

This record is to include permanently attached slings on equipment under

his responsibility, and will be available for inspection by Safety Advisors.

Cope of Materials Handling

Materials handling is a form of logistics movement that includes any process
that involves the movement between vehicles, conveyors, store rooms, other
forms of logistics support where employees are involved to some extent.
The extent of employee involvement will vary by operation and may include
manual, automated, and semi-automated material handling events. The
safety keys outlined below a general guidance that would require tailoring
for specific materials and logistics support scenarios.

An Effective Materials Handling Safety Policy

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The foundation for a safe workplace starts with policies and procedures that
senior management must put in place. A comprehensive health and safety
policy would include the appropriate level of guidelines on material
handling and the associated employee training program.
A key portion of the policy would be the safety compliance activity that is
essential for the business to operate. Most importantly, the policy would
inform on the shared responsibilities of each employee in keeping the
workplace safe.
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 Safety Training for Materials Handling
There are employee safety risks involved with materials handling in
distribution centers, warehouses, shop floors and loading docks. The
mitigation of safety risks starts with proper
training in awareness, procedures and safety equipment.
Safety training should be mandated for any new employees involved
with lifting, carrying, loading or transporting materials in any form. In
addition to new hire training, the safety risks and potential safety
compliance rules may require re-certification on an annual or other regular
time cycle.

Materials Handling Safety Procedures

The day-to-day handing of materials continues free of accident or injury
when safety procedures are consistently followed. Procedures start with
awareness of the specific materials handling risks involved and the proper
safety equipment for the situation. Procedures would cover the types of
material, and the conditions of the work area.
Is the work area free of obstacles? Is there adequate lighting? Other
procedures would cover the number of employees involved with specific
handing events and the proper safety gear for the task.
Here’s a list for safely lifting and moving materials:
 Maintain the correct posture: avoid bending over and keep lifts close to
the body
 Lift in a careful, deliberate manner and avoid any sudden lift movements
 Never lift materials from a sitting position, or twist to pick up a heavy
object
 Use the correct grip on objects; lifts should be shoulder high and with
full grasp of the hands
 Get assistance from co-workers to avoid successive lifts of heavy objects
 Always make use of conveyors, slides or other devices, to avoid
unnecessary lifting or pushing of objects
 Always go around a blocked pathway, never step over an obstacle while
carrying material
 Maintain a clear line of site; objects should not block vision; lift only
where there is sufficient lighting
 Whenever possible; reduce load sizes, adjust bulky objects to ease
movement
 Regularly stretch back and leg muscles during the day and keep in good
physical shape

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These are useful if posted and/or included in safety training manuals and
modules.
MANUAL LIFTING TECHNIQUES

1. Back injuries are one of the most common types of industrial accident
and although they may occur at a specific time, they are usually the result
of many years of incorrect manual lifting. Back injuries can be prevented by
proper lifting and the correct manual lifting technique is described below.
2. Keep the chin in and do not let the head drop forwards or backwards.
3. Take up a crouching or squatting position by bending the knees while
keeping the back straight; this does not necessarily mean vertical. The
important thing is not to bend the back.
4. Take a firm grip of the object to be lifted, using the palm of the hands and
the roots of the fingers. Wherever possible, grip diagonally opposite corners
of the load, one of them underneath.
5. Keep the arms as close to the body as possible allowing the body, rather
than the shoulders, arms or wrists, to take the weight.
6. Straighten the legs and use the thigh muscles to achieve the lift. When
lifting from the ground, take up the squatting position and allow the legs to
do all the work. Lift in stages, i.e. from floor to knee and from knee to
carrying position. When lifting and in the carrying position, the leading foot
must be pointing in the direction of travel.
7. Avoid standing with a heavy load; if you must stop, set it down by
reversing the lifting procedure described in the previous step.
8. Do not carry a load which obstructs your view and always ensure that
your line of travel is clear of obstructions.

IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT SAFETY

The following suggestions are aimed at ensuring the safety of the irrigator as
well as preventing damage to the equipment.

1. Read and follow directions in the owner's manual for each piece of
equipment, paying particular attention to the safety precautions and
features listed. Make sure that all employees also read and
understand all directions and precautions.
2. Store irrigation pipe at least 100 feet from overhead powerlines.
3. Look overhead and note electric power lines that are within reach of
the long pipes. When lifting and transporting the pipe sections, keep
clear of the power lines.
4. Avoid moving irrigation equipment on windy days when pipes could be
blown into nearby power lines and keep pipes horizontal to the ground
rather than vertical to minimize the risk of contact with power lines.
5. Be certain that moving irrigation equipment will not contact buildings,
power lines, poles, wires, etc.

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6. Disconnect electric power before servicing a machine by personally
shutting off and locking the master control. Also make sure that
everyone is clear of the machine before it is turned back on.
7. Stay away from the equipment during an electrical storm.
8. When working with irrigation hydrants and valve openers care must
be taken to prevent a sudden release of water pressure which could
cause severe injury. When setting valve openers onto field irrigation
hydrants make sure the valve opener locking lever is swiveled far
enough clockwise to lock it onto the hydrant ears. Always do a quick
visual check to make sure the valve opener is locked onto the hydrant
ears before turning the water on or off.
9. Stay out of the way of high-pressure water streams, such as end guns.
10. Protect electric motors from overload, overheating, overvoltage,
undervoltage, phase imbalance in three-phase electrical systems,
phase failure, low current or high current.
11. Be sure the engines used to power pumps are equipped with
safety devices that will stop them before damage occurs from overload,
overheating, loss of oil pressure or runaway (if pump becomes
disconnected or loses its prime).
12. Be sure all pumps are equipped with devices that will shut off
the electric motor or engine if there is a break in the suction or loss of
pressure in the main pipeline.
13. To perform overhead maintenance, use a ladder that is
sufficiently tall as well as
stable.
14. Have qualified service personnel perform any hazardous repair
or maintenance.
15. Keep all guards and shields in place, especially those covering
power-take-off units.
16. Make sure that service or auxiliary equipment is not in the path
of the irrigation system.
17. Bury all power lines around the equipment, and clearly mark
where they are buried.
18. Keep away from moving parts when equipment is in operation.
19. If fuses or circuit breakers keep blowing, don't "correct" by over-
fusing. Find the cause.
20. Do not irrigate at air temperatures below 40F. Spraying has a
cooling effect, and the water can freeze even though the temperature
is above 32F.
21. Periodically check the system for any loose or missing bolts,
which could cause collapse of the equipment.
22. Know what to do should an emergency situation occur, and also
instruct all employees on what to do.
23. If chemicals have been added to the irrigation water, avoid
exposure to spray drift; and make sure that the spray does not blow
past the area of intended operation.

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 What’s More

Directions: Answer the checklist by writing a check mark (/) if you agree
with the statement and an X mark (X) if you don’t agree with the statement.

Safety Handling Checklist

No. Pre-operations Safety checklist Yes / No Remarks

1  Maintain the correct posture: avoid bending
over and keep lifts close to the body
 Lift in a careful, deliberate manner and
avoid any sudden lift movements

3  Never lift materials from a sitting position,

or twist to pick up a heavy object

4  Use the correct grip on objects; lifts should

be shoulder high and with full grasp of the
hands

5  No need to get assistance from co-workers

to avoid successive lifts of heavy objects

6  Always make use of conveyors, slides or

other devices, to avoid unnecessary lifting
or pushing of objects

7  Always go around a blocked pathway, never

step over an obstacle while carrying
material

8  Maintain a clear line of site; objects should
not block vision; lift only where there is
sufficient lighting

9  Whenever possible; reduce load sizes,

adjust bulky objects to ease movement

10  Sometime stretch back and leg muscles

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 What I Have Learned

during the day and keep in good physical

shape

Answer briefly the following questions. Write your answer in your activity notebook

1. What is material handling?

_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
2. Why is it very important to follow the procedure in handling materials and
equipment at the work place?
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
Rubric
_________________________________________________________________________________
Above Meets Approaching Below
Expectations Expectations Expectations Expectations
4 3 2 1
Reflective The reflection The reflection The reflection The reflection
Thinking Explains the Explains the Attempts to Does not
Student’s own Student’s thinking Demonstrate address the
Thinking and learning about his/her own Thinking about student’s
processes, as well as learning processes. learning thinking
Implications for future But is vague and/or and/or
learning. unclear about the learning
personal learning
process.
Analysis The reflection The reflection The reflection The reflection
Is an in-depth Is an analysis Attempts to does not move
Analysis of the learning Of the learning Analyze the beyond a
Experiences, the value of Experience Learning descriptive of
the derived And the value Experience but the the learning
Learning to self or others, Of the derived value experience.
and the enhancement Learning to self or Of the learning to the
Of the student’s others student or others is
appreciation vague and/or unclear.
For the discipline
Making The reflection The reflection The reflection The reflection
Connections Articulates Articulates attempts to Articulates Does not
Multiple Connections Connections articulate any
Connections Between this Between this connection to
Between this Learning Learning other learning
Learning Experience Experience or experiences
Experience and content And content And content
From other From other From other
Courses, past Courses, past Courses, past

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 What I Can Do
Learning, life Learning Learning
Experiences and/or Experiences, Experiences, or
Future goals. And/or future goal personal goals, but the
connection is vague
and/or unclear.

Direction: Illustrate the 3-safety handling procedure. Do it on you on a

piece of bondpaper/paper.

Step no. 1 Step no 2.

Step no 3.

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 Assessment

Direction: Read and understand each statement. Write TRUE if the

statement is correct and FALSE if it is not. Write your answers in your
notebook.

_____1. Store irrigation pipe at least 100 feet from overhead powerlines.
_____2. Irrigate at air temperatures below 40F. Spraying has a cooling effect,
and the water can freeze even though the temperature is above 32F.
_____3. Stay near the high-pressure water streams, such as end guns.
_____4. Be sure the engines used to power pumps are equipped with safety
devices that will stop them before damage occurs from overload,
overheating, loss of oil pressure or runaway (if pump becomes disconnected
or loses its prime).
_____5. Be sure all pumps are equipped with devices that will shut off the
electric motor or engine if there is a break in the suction or loss of pressure
in the main pipeline.

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 Answer Key

TRUE 5.
TRUE 4.
FALSE 3.
FALSE 2.
TRUE 1.
Assessment

B 5.
B 4.
D 3.
C 2.
A 1.
What I Know

References
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https://advancedct.com/five-essential-steps-for-material-handling-safety/.
n.d. Oregon State University. Accessed January 11, 2022.
https://agsci.oregonstate.edu/mycas/section-4-%E2%80%93-agricultural-safety-
rules/chapter-9-irrigation-equipment-safety.
Singh, Navendra. 2016. "tatapower.com." June 30. Accessed January 11, 2022.
https://www.tatapower.com/pdf/sustainability/safety/Material-Handling-Storage.pdf.

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