Orchard (CU # 701017)
This classification unit covers firms that may prepare soil for new fruit and nut trees; plant trees; fertilize, spray; install trellises; fumigate, weed, mow, cultivate, prune, and thin; harvest.
Here are some examples of plants or crops that firms in this classification unit grow:
- Apples,
- Cherries,
- Kiwi,
- Peaches,
- Plums,
- Apricots,
- Hazelnuts,
- Nectarines,
- Pears,
- Walnuts
Firms in this classification unit may engage in additional activities that support their business undertaking.
These activities include finance and administrative support and may also include:
- Retail crops,
- Transport goods to market,
- Store crops
- Auger,
- Mower,
- Till equipment,
- Harvester,
- Sprayer,
- Tractor
Industry Stats
2027 Prelim Rate
1.842026 Rate
1.772025 Injury Rate
4.462024 Injury Rate
2.712025 # of Orders
2012024 # of Orders
138Quick Start
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pdf Format | Task Management
New Worker and Task SpecificEach Safety OrentationTask Management Package should include the following 4 document types (Risk Assessment, Safe Work Practice, Competency Checklist, and Employee Check-off). A package may also include additional documentation depending on the task.
General
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Documents, Links & MoreVideos
AgSafe BC has a selection of safety videos available on YouTube.Apple Picking Like a Pro with Steve Brown (Part 2) | By: Ambrosia Apples
Tallman Ladders: Tripod Ladder - Proper set up and use on hillsides | By: Washington State Department of Labor & Industries
Tripod Ladder Safety | By: PublicResourceOrg
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