Tractor and Machinery Safety In-Service

October 9, 2024
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SAVE THE DATE –

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

Registration LINK to come.