Farm Tractor Safety Course

Farmer on tractorParticipants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely, how to identify hazards, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all adults and youth interested. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the course after successful completion of the written test and driving course and with attendance requirements met. This certificate is required for 14- and 15-year-olds who plan to operate farm equipment for hire on farms other than their own.


Course Information

Format:

  • In-person lectures, hands-on demonstrations, and tractor driving.
  • Additional reading and coursework outside of class time. Note: participants will need access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone to complete some homework assignments.
  • Final written exam and driving test

Textbook: National Safety Tractor and Machinery Operation Program manual, free with registration


Registration Link Coming Soon!

Wednesday, April 24, 2024, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Shaw Cherry Hill Farm
Cherry Hill Road, Gorham, ME 04038
(Directions: Google Maps)

Class dates: April 24, (Skip a Week) May 8, 15, 22. Final on May 29

Limited to 14 Registrants
Registration Fee: $35 for adults, $20 for youth participants, and $10 for those in need of financial assistance.

Participants will learn how to identify common farm and tractor hazards, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. We will discuss tractor parts to better understand the equipment and safe operation of that equipment, as well as best practices for hooking up to and using attachments. The course is open to all adults and youth interested.

Questions or to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact: extension.tractorsafety@maine.edu or by phone: Jason Lilley at 207.781.6099. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request, however, all requests will be considered.


Monday, April 8, 2024, 6-8 p.m.

Kramer’s, Inc.,
2400 West River Road, Sidney, ME. 04330
(Directions: Google Maps)

Class Dates: Mondays, April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6

Limited to 14 Registrants
Registration Fee: $35 for adults, $20 for youth participants, and $10 for those in need of financial assistance.

Participants will learn how to identify common farm and tractor hazards, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. We will discuss tractor parts to better understand the equipment and safe operation of that equipment, as well as best practices for hooking up to and using attachments. The course is open to all adults and youth interested.

Questions or to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact: extension.tractorsafety@maine.edu or by phone: Caragh Fitzgeralds at 207.622.7546. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request, however, all requests will be considered.


Tuesday, April 16, 2024, 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

SAD #1 Presque Isle High School
16 Griffin Street, Presque Isle, Maine 04769
(Directions: Google Maps)

Class Dates and Times:
April 16 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00
April 17 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00
April 18 from 8:30 a.m. – 10:00
April 27 Exam Day – 9:00 am. – 11:30 a.m.

Limited to 14 Registrants
Registration Fee: $35 for adults, $20 for youth participants, and $10 for those in need of financial assistance.

Participants will learn how to identify common farm and tractor hazards, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. We will discuss tractor parts to better understand the equipment and safe operation of that equipment, as well as best practices for hooking up to and using attachments. The course is open to all adults and youth interested.

Questions or to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact: extension.tractorsafety@maine.edu or by phone: Megan Cook at 207.532.6548. Receiving requests for accommodations at least 10 days before the program provides a reasonable amount of time to meet the request, however, all requests will be considered.


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