WEEK 10: POISON AT DURIAN PLOT
NAME: MUHAMAD IKMAL BIN KHAIRIL ANUAR
GROUP: M3AT1103B
LECTURER NAME: SIR FAIRUZ BIN KHALID
DATE: 07 JUNE 2024
WEEK 10:
POISON AT DURIAN PLOT
DETAIL INFORMATION | ||
Objective | - Carry out tree poisoning activities to reduce insects by using pesticide. | |
Tool and Equipment | - Booth - Poison powder (insects) - Glove | |
NATURE OF WORK DONE | ||
TIME | ACTIVITY | |
6.20 AM - 7.15 AM | - All students part 1 and 3 gather at the parking lot in front of the lecture block. - Class representative of each class attends and is handed over to the batch leader. - All students do warm-up activities. | |
7.15 AM - 7.45 AM | - Part 3s students handle conduct Roll-Call for today. - Song the Negaraku, Wawasan Setia Warga UiTM and Planter's Song. | |
7.45 AM - 8.15 AM | - Preparation of tools to be used for poison.    Ant Poison
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8.15 AM - 10.00 AM | Started the task for today.   I am spraying insecticide to prevent the ants from breeding around the trees | |
10.15 AM | Go back to collage. | |
Tree 1
Tree 2
After sprinkling powder and grain ant poison as much as one scoop and two pack.
Tree 3
After sprinkling powder and grain ant poison as much as one scoop and one pack.
Tree 4
After sprinkling powder and grain ant poison as much as one scoop and one pack.
Tree 5
After sprinkling powder and grain ant poison as much as one scoop and one pack.
Tree 6
After sprinkling powder and grain ant poison as much as one scoop and one pack.
Tree 7
Tree 8
After sprinkling powder and grain ant poison as much as one scoop and one pack.
Tree 9
After sprinkling powder and grain ant poison as much as one scoop and two pack.
Tree 10
After sprinkling powder and grain ant poison as much as one scoop and one pack.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. Advantages
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Removing severely diseased or damaged trees: Poisoning can eliminate trees that
are a risk to people, property, or infrastructure due to disease or structural
defects.
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Controlling invasive species: Poisoning can effectively kill invasive tree
species that threaten native ecosystems.
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Enhancing forest management: Poisoning can assist in thinning crowded forests,
promoting the growth of more valuable trees.
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Improving safety: Removing dead or dying trees near power lines, roads, or
buildings can prevent accidents and injuries.
2. Disadvantages
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Environmental impact: Poisoning chemicals can harm non-target species,
including beneficial insects, birds, and mammals.
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Soil contamination: Herbicides used for poisoning can persist in the soil for a
long period, potentially affecting the health of future plants.
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Water pollution: Chemicals can leach into groundwater or surface water, posing
risks to aquatic life and human health.
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Cost: The application of herbicides and the subsequent monitoring and cleanup
can be expensive.
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Lack of control: Once poison is applied, it can be difficult to control the
extent of its effects, potentially harming nearby vegetation.
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Aesthetic concerns: Poisoning can leave unsightly dead trees, which may impact
property values or recreational opportunities.
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Health hazards: Handling and applying herbicides can pose health risks to
individuals involved in the poisoning process.
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Ethical considerations: Some people view poisoning trees as an inhumane or
disrespectful form of tree removal, and prefer alternative methods such as
mechanical felling or girdling.
Activity planning for the week after going on vacation:
1. Poison
Equipment:
A. Poison (Pesticides)
B. PPE set (1 pair)
C. Barrel (1 unit)
10.15 AM
END THE SESSION
