Youth Tractor and Farm Safety Course at the Food & Farm Exploration Center

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 12-17 years of age.

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)

• Cost: $50 per youth. Non-refundable (required materials are purchased in advance)

• Participants: Designed for youth 12-17 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 and/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. Priority registration for participants 12-16 years of age.

• 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