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Care and maintenance of Simple Tools:. Chaguanas South Secondary. Objectives:. Explain why care and maintenance of simple tools are necessary List the materials needed for the proper care and maintenance of simple tools List the steps necessary when maintaining simple tools. Objectives:.
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Care and maintenance of Simple Tools: Chaguanas South Secondary
Objectives: • Explain why care and maintenance of simple tools are necessary • List the materials needed for the proper care and maintenance of simple tools • List the steps necessary when maintaining simple tools.
Objectives: • State list some safety factors when performing maintenance on a simple tool. • Demonstrate the steps to be performed when caring and maintaining a simple tool.
Reasons for caring and maintain tools. • To extend the lifespan of the tool • To prevent damage to tools or injury to persons using them • To save money • To reduce contamination of other plants or animals.
Reasons for caring and maintain tools. • Increase efficiency: • Sharp tools work better • A good tool reduced loss in time and money • A properly stored tool will aid in easy of access.
Materials needed: • A source of clean running water. • A brush or fabric to scour the tool surface • A cloth to dry the tool • Machine oil
Then what happens? • STORAGE: • Store is a tool room.
Safety First: Better to be safe than sorry! • Safety rules when handling tools and equipment. Do you remember them?
Safety First: Better to be safe than sorry! • Point all tools down. • Keep sharp and cutting edges faced away from persons. • Place tools securely to avoid falling over • Never toss or manhandle tools. • When washing tools always scrub or wipe with the blade never against it.
Step 2: Remove ALL dirt using running water and scrubbing brush.
Home Work: WRITE in Note books • Choose a tool, state it’s agricultural use and LIST the step necessary for cleaning and maintenance of chosen tool.
End of Presentation: • Thank you for your time and attention. • Resources: www.agrilife.webs.com • Lets proceed to the farm in an orderly fashion.