Do’s and Don’ts of Tractor Safety

DO

Check your gauges, instruments, oil, coolant and battery levels and that terminals are not corroded
Ensure you don’t have any leaking fluids
Check that the tires are inflated properly and are free from cuts or breaks
Are your PTO (power take off) shields in place?
Are the ROPS (rollover protective structures) set properly and in good condition?
Check that your mirrors are clean, in place and working
Test your breaks
Wear a seat belt
Confirm you have a proper / working fire extinguisher
Is there a complete first aid kit available?
Did you test your lights and flashers?
Clear your platform from debris, grease, dust and clutter
Did you remember to set your parking brake?
Check your surroundings for pedestrians or vehicles
Check that your slow moving vehicle (SMV) emblem is highly visible and in good condition
Follow traffic laws
Properly hitch and attach equipment to the draw bar
Watch for obstructions and carry loads low to the ground
Protect yourself from severe weather

DON’T

Wear clothing that could get caught in moving parts.
Get on / off a moving tractor
Drive on steep slopes, through ditches or over rough terrain
Tow implements with chains, cables or ropes
Carry other passengers unless equipped with an instructor seat
Work under a loader bucket or implement
Service the tractor with the engine running

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