Browsing by Author "Smith, David"

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    • Athletic Fields and Water Conservation 
      Taylor, Gene R.; White, Richard; Abernathy, Scott; Smith, David (1999-12-10)
      Following an 18-step procedure for performing an irrigation audit will help athletic field managers conserve water while maintaining a pleasing facility for recreational use. To perform the audit correctly, a field manager ...
    • Athletic Fields and Water Conservation. 
      Taylor, Gene R. II; White, Richard H.; Abernathy, Scott; Smith, David (Texas Agricultural Extension Service, 1999)
    • ATV Safety 
      Smith, David (2004-09-16)
      All-terrain vehicles are very popular for off-road recreation. However, the number of injuries and deaths from ATV accidents is growing rapidly. This publication lists the causes of injuries and fatalities, discusses Texas ...
    • Can we be good stewards of antimicrobials when battling bovine respiratory disease? 
      Smith, David (2018-07-07)
    • Child Labor in Texas Agriculture 
      Smith, David (2005-04-28)
      Workers under age 18 involved in agriculture have a disproportionate rate of injury and death when compared to older workers. This publication explains potential risks to young agricultural workers as well as the laws ...
    • Child Labor in Texas Agriculture (Spanish) 
      Smith, David (2005-04-28)
      Workers under age 18 involved in agriculture have a disproportionate rate of injury and death when compared to older workers. This publications explains potential risks to young agricultural workers as well as the laws ...
    • Coping with Hot Work Environments 
      Smith, David (2005-04-28)
      Many people work under hot, humid conditions. Summer heat is a particular hazard to agricultural producers who work long hours under the sun. However, other people working in hot yards, gardens, kitchens or industry jobs ...
    • Coping with Hot Work Environments (Spanish) 
      Smith, David (2005-04-28)
      Many people work under hot, humid conditions. Summer heat is a particular hazard to agricultural producers who work long hours under the sun. However, other people working in hot yards, gardens, kitchens or industry jobs ...
    • Lawn Maintenance Safety 
      Smith, David (2005-07-12)
      Most homeowners do not consider lawn maintenance to be dangerous. However lawn mowers, trimmers, edgers and other power equipment can cause minor to severe burns and lacerations, broken and dislocated bones, eye injuries ...
    • Lawn Maintenance Safety (Spanish) 
      Smith, David (2005-07-12)
      Most homeowners do not consider lawn maintenance to be dangerous. However lawn mowers, trimmers, edgers and other power equipment can cause minor to severe burns and lacerations, broken and dislocated bones, eye injuries ...
    • On-Site Wastewater Treatment Systems: Graywater 
      Melton, Rebecca; Lesikar, Bruce J.; Smith, David; O'Neill, Courtney (2008-04-03)
      Reusing household water (graywater) to irrigate landscapes is becoming more popular. This publication explains how graywater collection and distribution systems work and what regulations pertain to their use. There are ...
    • Preparing for the Unexpected 
      Harris, Janie; Norman, Lisa; Lesikar, Bruce J.; Smith, David (2007-03-26)
      We can reduce the risk of injury or death from disasters by becoming informed and being prepared for them. This booklet explains how to make a family disaster plan, how to compile a disaster supplies kit, where to find ...
    • Preparing for the Unexpected (Spanish) 
      Harris, Janie; Norman, Lisa; Smith, David; Lesikar, Bruce J. (2007-04-23)
      We can reduce the risk of injury or death from disasters by becoming informed and by being prepared for them. This booklet explains how to make a family disaster plan, how to compile a disaster supplies kit, where to find ...
    • Preventing Electrical Shock 
      Smith, David (2004-09-16)
      Most electrocution deaths on farms involve moving tall equipment that comes in contact with power lines. Other causes are damaged electrical systems in buildings and misuse of extension cords. This publication lists specific ...
    • Preventing Theft of Anhydrous Ammonia 
      Smith, David (2004-09-16)
      Anhydrous ammonia is widely used as a fertilizer. The theft of anhydrous ammonia for use in producing illegal drugs is a growing problem. This publication describes how thieves operate and how farmers and agricultural ...
    • Safe Operation of Backup Power Generators 
      Smith, David (2006-04-19)
      It is important to know how to operate backup power generators safely. The tips in this publication can prevent problems with CO poisoning, electrocution, fire and other hazards.
    • Safe Operation of Backup Power Generators (Spanish) 
      Smith, David (2006-04-19)
      It is important to know how to operate backup power generators safely. The tips in this publication can prevent problems with CO poisoning, electrocution, fire and other hazards.
    • Safe Tractor Operation: Driving on Highways 
      Smith, David (2004-09-16)
      About 50 tractor drivers are killed each year in collisions with other vehicles on public roads. Many of these accidents could be prevented. This publication describes the legal requirements for operating a tractor on ...
    • Safe Tractor Operation: Rollover Prevention 
      Smith, David (2005-04-07)
      About 250 people are killed each year in tractor accidents, and rollovers cause more than half of these fatalities. In this publication you'll learn about the physics of tractor stability, how to prevent side and rear ...
    • Safety for Senior Farmers and Ranchers 
      Smith, David (2006-04-24)
      Agriculture is among the most dangerous industries. Being alert and understanding the physical challenges that come with aging is the key to successful, safe farming by senior farmers and ranchers. The changes they make ...