In this webinar, Penn State University extension professionals share on the dangers associated with agitation, confined spaces, safe operating procedures, ventilation recommendations, and worker safety. This presentation was originally broadcast on September 15, 2017. More…
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Poo is not to play with: Manure Handling Safety
Michael Pate, Penn State University (2 minutes)
Dangers of H2S and manure agitation
Mike Hile, Penn State University (11 minutes)
A Countdown of 10 Educational Topics of Manure Gas Safety
Robb Meinen, Penn State University (22 minutes)
An Online Confined-Space Manure Ventilation Design Tool Using SolidWorks Flow Simulation
Dan Hofstetter, Penn State University (18 minutes)
Questions and Answers
All Presenters (12 minutes)
Additional Information
- Online Tool for Designing Ventilation Systems to Reduce Manure Pit Entry Risk
- Confined Space Manure Storage Hazards
- Open Air Manure Storage Safety Tips
- Confined Space Manure Storage Ventilation
- Manure Storage Design and Safety Considerations with Gypsum Bedding
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