D4-Lanc«ster Farming, Saturday, April 30, 1994 Chain Saws: Powerful Tools, Potential Hazards Every year, thousands of home- ...... . , ...... ti nn« owners are injured in chain saw speed w «>d-cutting to® l , special cause serious and disabling uon “ accidents. According to the Con- P recautions be taken to injuries.” 'Use safet y gear, including a sumer Product Safety Commis- re< * uce risk of personal acci- To understand the risk that har<l 113 1. eye protection, sturdy sion, there were more than 44 000 dents ." said Ron Jester, coopera- chain saws pose. Jester suggests worlc shoes, and safety chaps emergency room injuries involv- extension safety specialist at visualizing the operating chain as * Always cut with a friend ing chain saws last year the University of Delaware, hundreds of razors passing a given 'Use a safety tip or antikick “Because a chain saw is a high- “Careldss and improper use may point every second. Contact with device to reduce the chance of a .i ] n the chain always results in serious kickback »eed Company Carnes Latest In Alfalfa Genetics injuries. • Always maintain a firm two- The specialist notes that a sig- grip on the saw toducts is Pasture nificant number of accidents occur * When felling trees, clear an mg alfalfa. Pas- with lightweight chain saws that escape path ’ a strong dis- are used primarily by homeow- • Use caution when refueling in ability to ners. Making sure your saw is in gasoline is flammable c. This pro- good operating order and using • Never force the saw and 'e alfalfa, proper personal protective gear • When possible use a hand tool 'entional are the first steps toward safety. such as a bow saw instead of a Jester offers the following tips to chain saw. these help prevent needless accidents: “Chain saw accidents are pre ’arry • Thoroughly read the owner’s ventable,” Jester said, “During 'he manual this major storm damage cleanup, t) • Know your chain saw and its take dme for safety.” limitations For more information on chain • Maintain the saw according to ® aw safety, contact Ron Jester at the manufacturer’s recommenda- @O2) 856-7303. NEWARK, Del. This wint er’s ice storms have damaged trees in almost every yard and field in southern Delaware. And people will be using chain saws to remove broken branches and trees. MIFFLINBURG (Union Co.) The Ohio Seed Company an nounces the addition of three new outstanding Alfalfa varieties to the eastern Pennsylvania market. With the additions of PGI Brands Morel Stetson 11+ and Pas ture Plus, the Ohio Seed Company offers a complete line of trifoliate and multi-foliate alfalfas equal or superior to any current competi tive alfalfa products. And, the PGI Brands of More, Stetson 11+ and Pasture Plus are proven for the Dept. Of Ag Names Employee Of Year ANNAPOLIS, Md. Mary land Secretary of Agriculture Robert L. Walker has named De anna Baldwin, the head of the de partment’s Grading Services. Egg Inspection and Grain Laws Sec tion as the 1993 Maryland Depart ment of Agriculture Employee of the Year. “Deanna has done an outstand ing job of administering this ser vice that supports the Maryland agricultural industry and protects consumers. Simply put, under her leadership, the program is now run better than ever,” Walker said. Baldwin’s section inspects and grades commodities such as fruit, vegetables, grain, soybeans, poul try, eggs, and dairy products. The egg inspection unit grades eggs according to size and quality. The ■ „ The Better I l-lOVline ELECTRIC FENCING NOW IMPROVED Better 1 Ughtning Resistance f NEW LESS EXPENSIVE MODEL HIGH POWERED WALL MODELS 3 MODELS OPERATED FROM A RECHARGEABLE BATTERY 3 MODELS OPERATED FROM 110-120 V PLUG IN COMPETITIVELY PRICED LOCAL SERVICE DEALER INQUIRIES INVITED BUCK HILL FENCER SHOP Benj. S. Miller 2019 Smyrna Rd., Paradise, PA 17562 Authorize Hotline Sale* & Service Dealer* Samuel S. King, 501 Coopen Drive, Kirkwood, P*. 17536 Stoltzfin Harnett Shop, RD 4, Box 13, Broad St., Honeybrook, PA 19344 Barlow Engine Repair, 11738 Weaver Rd., Orrstown, Pa. 17244 Black Rock Repair, 858 Pumping Station Rd., Kirkwood, Pa. 17536 White Hone Machine, 5566 Old Phila. Pike, Gap, Pa. 17527 Winter Rd Dietel Service, RD 1 Box 14, Loganton, Pa. 17747 Eth Farm Supply, 68 Cleatview Rd., Ronks, Pa 17572 Aaron K. BeUer, 135 Monterey Rd., Bird In Hand, Pa. 17505 Valley Hardware. 958 Vintage Rd., Christiana. PA 17509 Beiler Engine Service, 280 Pennty Rd., New Providence, PA 17560 Elimsport Harnett Shop, Rt. 1 Box 217, Allenwood, PA 17810 Jettie E. King, HCR 57A, Spring Glen, PA 17978 Daniel K. Miller, 869 Gothen Mill Rd., Peach Bottom, PA 17563 Eastern Pennsylvania growing re gions. More is a multi leaf alfalfa with superior forage quality, pest resis tance, and high persistence rat ings. This high yielding multi foliate is perfectly adapted for the eastern alfalfa, growing regions. Stetson 11+ has a strong defen sive package against diseases with a wide range of adaptability. Over the past years Stetson n+ lias con sistently topped the Penn State yield trials in three locations. Perhaps the most promising of grain laws unit licenses all bona fide grain dealers in the state. “Deanna has handled personnel reductions brought on by budget cuts and maintained an efficient operation, inspecting at some 8.400 businesses. She has the re spect of her staff and the people in the industry. The Maryland De partment of Agriculture is fortun ate to have someone with Dean na’s abilities running such an im portant consumer related program,” said Walker. The Maryland Department of Agriculture instituted its Em ployee of the Year Award in 1989. Baldwin is the fifth employee so honored at the department for their service to the people of Maryland. POWER OUTLET OPENLINE 8500 V TESTED TO 500 ohm LOAD (HEAVY LEAKAGE) OUTPUT STILL OVER 4800* Distributed By •Authorized Hotline Salet & Service Dealers the new alfalfa products is Pasture Plus. A new grazing alfalfa. Pas ture Plus combines a strong dis ease package with an ability to withstand animal traffic. This pro duct is a multi-purpose alfalfa, suited for grazing or conventional hay making. For more information on these alfalfa varieties, contact Harry Keckley or Kevin Keckley at the Ohio Seed Company (800) 879-3556 or contact your Pennsyl vania representative, Peter John son. at (717) 966-2580. 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