Six Tractor Safety Tips

1. Know your tractor. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual before using the equipment and always keep your equipment in good condition. 2. Use ROPS and seat belt whenever and wherever applicable. Foldable ROPS should be folded down only when absolutely necessary and folded back up and locked as soon as possible. Don’t wear the seatbelt when the ROPS is folded. Most tractor fatalities are caused by overturns. 3. Be familiar with your terrain and work area. Walk the area first and identify any debris or obstacles that might hinder safe driving. Use extra caution on slopes, slow down for all turns and stay off the highway when possible. 4. Never start an engine in a closed shed or garage. Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide, which is colorless, odorless and deadly. 5. Always keep your PTO properly shielded. Make a habit to walk around your tractor and PTO driven implement, never over, through or between the tractor and implement, especially if either is running. The PTO rotates with enough speed and strength to kill you. 6. Keep your hitches low and always on the drawbar. Or else, your tractor could flip over backwards. safety first, then take your time and do it right.