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began in 1946.
In the first year of this program work, there are nine lessons, two of which are devoted to safety. Members learn that the operator must be the only person on the tractor, and the safest place to ride is in the operator's seat. The operator has his hands full keeping the tractor under control, and has no time to look out for the safety of extra riders. Operating at safe speeds is also stressed. Unsafe speeds may cause a tractor to upset. Since a tractor can be turned over in one-half second or less, the operator cannot possibly get off in time to avoid the chance of being injured or killed. Safe speeds vary with situations, but the operator must be extra careful when going back and forth to the field Records show that one-third
of tractor accidents happen! when the machine is being taken to and from the field being worked. Another item of safety included in this program is concerned with refueling. Members are taught to shut off the engine before gassing the tractor. They also check the fuel system for leaks. Fuel vapor can collect around the tractor engine and may cause a fire. Exhaust gases from an engine contain carbon monoxide. When breathed in sufficient quantity, this is a deadly poison. So, tractor engines should not be started in closed sheds.
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