Master Course Outline Agriculture Safety and Health Course Number: AGPR 140 Credits: 5 Hours per Quarter: 50 Lecture Hours:50 Description A synopsis of safety and worker protection in the agricultural workplace and completion of course work leading to certification of the student as a pesticide application technician. Emphasis on agricultural operations, turf management technological changes and hazards associated with pesticide and fertilizer use. Intended Skills and Attitude Outcomes A. Knowledge of general health risks and their implications for rural America. B. Knowledge of health risks from exposure to weather’s elements. C. Ability to identify work habits, practices, and associated risks that have an impact on the agricultural worker’s health and business. D. Knowledge of the importance and proper procedures for disposal of waste materials. E. Ability to develop a site specific safety plan. F. Knowledge of common machine hazards related to the agricultural industry and proper prevention techniques. G. Ability to read and understand labels and safety procedures for selected chemicals. H. Ability to successfully complete Medic First Aid. Syllabi Listing Course Year Quarter Item Instructor   AGPR 140 Winter 2013 5784 William Griffith View Syllabus AGPR 140 Winter 2013 0040 William Griffith View Syllabus AGPR 140 Fall 2012 5059 William Griffith View Syllabus AGPR 140 Fall 2012 0052 William Griffith View Syllabus AGPR 140 Winter 2009 5059 Michael Moramarco View Syllabus AGPR 140 Fall 2008 5059 Michael Moramarco View Syllabus AGPR 140 Fall 2008 0032 Michael Moramarco View Syllabus AGPR 140 Winter 2004 0035 Michael Moramarco View Syllabus AGPR 140 Fall 2003 0032 Michael Moramarco View Syllabus Two Year Projected Schedule Year One* Year Two** Fall Winter Spring Summer Mini  Fall Winter Spring Summer Mini     X X       X X   *Year one is all odd years (2003-2004) **Year two is all even years (2004-2005)