Tractor Safety Checklist

One good way to stay safe on a tractor is to develop and use a checklist. The National Safety Council’s Agricultural Division suggests the following:

• Are Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) in place and seat belts used?
   

• Is a power takeoff master shield in place?
   

• Is the operator’s platform clear of debris?
   

• Is a reflective Slow Moving Vehicle emblem posted?
   

• Are lights and flashers working?
   

• Are tires properly inflated?
   

• Is the hydraulic system free from leaks?
   

• Are the brakes equalized to prevent right or left pull?
   

• Is a 20 pound fire extinguisher in place?
   

• Is a fully equipped first aid kit on the tractor?