Formative Evaluator's Report: Bridging the Gap, Phase II (Appendices)

Appendix A – Program Plan Sample

The following is a sample of a section of the program plan for Coastal Growers. It is a detailed analysis of the work functions required at the work site, in logical and/or chronological order.

  1. Sterilization
    • Sweep and clean floors
    • Sterilize bench covers, irrigation system and tools.
    • Clean greenhouse structure
    • Cleaning materials (chlorine, pesticide bombs)
    • Safety with respect to cleaning materials
    • Knowledge of pesticide and cleaning function of chlorine
  2. Bench Coverings
    • Remove bench covers
    • Clean
    • Re-attach
    • Staple Gun
    • Bench covers (top white) reflect heat and light up to plants and keeps roots cool
    • Prevents weeds from growing in the grow benches
    • Keeps roots in the dark
  3. Stringing Operation
    • Standard sag in support wires
    • Attach strings to grow benches and support wires with correct tension
    • Attaching techniques (rolling hitch, length of strings and judging tensions)