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Tractor and Farm Safety Youth Course


  • Food + Farm Exploration Center 3400 Innovation Drive Plover, WI 54467 USA (map)

This in-depth training provides information on what to expect when working on a farm, the basics of agricultural safety and agricultural hazards, among other important topics for farm work. The course is open to any youth who are:

  • 12-16 years of age who will be operating tractors or self-propelled implements of husbandry on public roads under direction of their parent or guardian for work-related to their family farm operation; or

  • 14-15 years of age who will be employed or working without pay on a farm other than their family farm and completes the requirements for a federal certificate of training.

This course fulfills the requirements to be certified and compliant under the Wisconsin Act 455 and U.S. Department of Labor Agriculture Hazards Occupation Order.

DETAILS

  • Educational Sessions Date & Time: July 7-11 from 8:30am-12:30pm

    • Written Exam on Friday July 11

  • Driving Exam Date & Time: July 14 from 8:30am-12:30pm

    • Students will be scheduled for a half-hour practicum

  • Cost: $50 per youth

    • Non-refundable (required materials are purchased in advance)

  • Register by June 23 to reserve your spot. Space is limited

NOTES

  • Mandatory to attend all sessions

  • Must pass written exam with 70% minimum score

  • Must pass practical driving examination demonstrating safe operation of tractor

For questions, contact our education team at education@fftf.us

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