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your knowledge,” Calhoun warned. And make a 360degree inspection on the ground to be sure tykes aren’t under the vehicle, he said.
“A tractor is not a place to babysit. Arrange for proper child care if you have small children to care for but must operate farm machinery,” the Extension leader urged.
A HARD JOLT, lurch, or sharp turn can throw an adult off a tractor just as quickly as a child, he observed. “Make it a rule that no one is to be on farm equipment except those who are necessary for its operation or the job being done,” Calhoun said. Workers being transported in wagons, etc., should be required to sit or hold on tight.
“Never let anyone ride atop a loaded wagon. Make arrangements for transporting people to and from worksites other than by letting them hang onto tractors,” he stressed.
“When training a new operator, make certain that you choose the most secure place to ride, with provision for good handholds and footing. Be prepared for bumps, sudden starts and stops, and erratic maneuvers,” he said.
Equip your tractor with a protective cab, Calhoun advised. Though it’s best to enforce a “no riders” rule, a passenger in a cab is much less likely to get thrown off and run over, he explained. □
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