Safety
What does the "hardhat required" symbol look like?
(sketch)
(check sketch)
True or false: prolonged exposure to high noise levels can lead to hearing loss
True
If a ditch is 6 feet deep, how far away should you have the tractor from the edge?
6 feet
on a hazard warning sign, which color means the highest level of danger?
red.
True or false: animals that you are familiar no longer pose any dangers
PPE (personal protective equipment) are designed to protect you from:
Personal injury and illness
Which manure gas has an odor similar to rotten eggs?
Hydrogen Sulfide
According to NAGCAT, what is the recommended minimum age for operating PTO implements?
14-15 years old
What does an exclamation symbol indicate?
Attention!
True or false: a cow's field of vision includes directly in front of them.
False
What is an important safety precaution to take if you must enter a silo?
Run the ventilation fan first.
At what moisture level does hay storage become a fire hazard?
over 25%
How far away from the road surface should the SMV be?
2-10 feet
Power engagement controls are generally what color?
Yellow
slightly behind the point of balance and to one side
To prevent falls when climbing the tractor, have at least this mean body parts in contact with the tractor at all times
3
What is the most common cause of skin cancer?
Exposure to the sun
Loads should only be attached to:
the three-point hitch
Tractor operation symbols are placed on the tractor to:
Provide alerts to how the tractor is operating and what malfunctions may be occurring
True or false: A safe way to approach an animal is from directly behind them, since they cannot see you and will not get spooked.
False
Before starting a tractor, you should:
a) make sure you understand the instrument panel
b) complete a pre-operational check
c) check that the area around the tractor is clear of persons and animals
d) all of the above
D, all of the above.
Where should a tractor operator look if they are unsure of the machinery controls?
The operators manual.
The order to start the tractor engine, you should have:
The clutch pushed in and the brakes engaged
What does the charge indicator show?
battery charging rate
true or false: Animals with babies are generally more docile
False.