Youth tractor and farm safety certification - Zumbrota

The youth tractor and farm safety certification program provides youth 14 years and older the opportunity to learn about safe equipment operation and general farm safety. Students who participate in the program will:

• Work hands-on with full-sized tractors and implements.
• Receive training in farm-related basic first aid.
• Learn about farm safety from a range of experienced community members.

This program is offered each summer at multiple training locations across the state. Students who complete the program can receive a U.S. Department of Labor certificate of training. This certificate is required for 14- and 15-year-olds who wish to work on farms as employees.

Training includes an online course on the National Safe Tractor and Machinery Operation Program learning objectives and two days of in-person training that include tractor operation instruction in a safe learning environment.

The online course takes 8 to 10 hours to complete and can be done at the participant’s own pace. After completing the online course, participants attend a two-day in-person training with hands-on instruction.

The online course must be completed before attending an in-person session.

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