Tractor and Machinery Safety In-service
TRACTOR and MACHINERY SAFETY IN-SERVICE
for EXTENSION, HIGHSCHOOL AG TEACHERS, and OTHER TRACTOR ENTHUSAISTS & VOLUNTEERS
THURS NOVEMBER 14, 2024
10AM – 3PM
LOCATION: MOLLY CAREN AG CENTER – GWYNNE CONSERVATION CABIN, LONDON, OHIO
This in-service program is designed for instructors who would like to offer tractor safety courses for a variety of audiences: young workers, new & beginning farmers, and women in agriculture.
Learn the federal regulations for hiring youth and how to issue a Department of Labor training certificate for students wanting to work (for hire) on farms before age 16. This credential is also a great resume builder for any age.
Panel sessions will identify agricultural-friendly partners to help you teach and sponsor a tractor course in your area.
PROGRAM AGENDA
9:30-10 AM – Registration with light breakfast snacks
10:00AM – Welcome, Introductions & Overview
- The Why’s of Teaching Tractor Safety
• Youth Labor Laws for Agriculture
• Resources for Teaching Safe Tractor Operation
11:30AM – Lunch, with Panel Discussion
- Working Together: school & community courses
- Women in Ag trainings
• New & beginning farmer programs
1:00PM – Hands-On Training:
• Written test and issuing training certificates
- Skills and pre-operation stations Driving courses
2:55PM – Q & A, Wrap-up and Evaluation
3:00PM – Adjourn
REGISTRATION: $25 includes lunch
Payment can be made online with credit card or by check made payable to The Ohio State University.
Registration LINK: https://go.osu.edu/tractormachinerytraining_24