hunterridgefarm
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I found this site while looking for something else. I though it might help some people especially new tractor owners .
CIR1254/AE200: Safer Tractor Operations for Farm Workers/ Employees
Below is some safety questions/answers for tractor owners contained in the site.
1.Loose clothing is a special danger near a PTO. True or False. (True)
2.Agriculture-related injuries are often made worse because injured workers in isolated areas may have to wait a long time for help. True or False. (True)
3.A seat belt will hold you in the "zone of protection" provided by a ROPS. True or False. (True)
4.Seat belts are not needed for short drives. True or False. (False)
5.Over half of agricultural fatalities result from operating what device? (Tractors)
6.Most injuries to tractor operators are preventable. True or False. (True)
7.It is better to think about safety: A) before an incident, B) after an incident. (A)
8.What are the three major elements to consider in developing safer tractor operations? (The environment, the tractor, and the tractor operator)
9.When we can not control the environment, greater safety results from modifying our____? (Operations)
10.The safety features on modern tractors can protect the operator from anything. True or False. (False)
11.What is the recommended minimum distance from an embankment to operate machinery? (A distance equal to the depth of the embankment is the minimum recommended distance.)
12.Wet or sandy soil makes an embankment more dangerous. True or False. (True)
13.What does ROPS stand for? (Roll-over protective structure)
14. A ROPS will prevent a tractor overturn. True or False. (False)
15.Increased tractor power makes what dangers more likely? (Rear overturns, side overturns, loss of control)
16.Always wear a seat belt when operating a tractor equipped with a ROPS. True or False. (True)
17.Wide wheel adjustments make a tractor safer to operate. True or False. (True)
18.Never check for a hydraulic leak with what? (Your hand)
19.Shortcuts usually save very little time while increasing danger to the operator. True or False. (True)
20.When possible, making one operator responsible for a tractor is the best system. True or False. (True)
21.What is the minimum age at which employees may operate a tractor? (16)
22.When a tractor is not in use, any hydraulic equipment attached to it should be in what position? (Lowered)
23.What symptom can indicate exposure to carbon monoxide? (Headache)
24.Supervisors have the responsibility of seeing that all tractor operators have a complete understanding of all instructions and rules. True or False. (True)
25.Small rewards -- such as a meal, a local merchant gift certificate, or cash bonus -- presented monthly, can be effective in promoting safety. True or False. (True)
26.Slow-moving vehicle emblems are to be used for equipment traveling less than ___ mph. (25)
27.How often should you check oil, fuel, and other fluid levels? (Daily)
28.How often should you check for any oil, fuel or fluid leaks? (Daily)
29.How often should you check tire condition and inflation levels? (Daily)
30.How often should you check that platforms and steps are clean and free of debris and tools? (Daily)
31.How often should you check to see that lights, brakes and the steering mechanism are working properly? (Daily)
32.How often should you check that all gauges are giving proper readings and that the engine, transmission, and hydraulic system aren't making any unusual sounds? (Daily)
33.How can you determine what special pre-operation checks a tractor might require? (Review the maintenance manual for the tractor.)
34.When you're angry, you should not operate a tractor. True or False. (True)
35.List personal protective equipment that might be needed when operating a tractor. (Respirator, eye and ear protection, protective clothing, head gear, gloves and boots)
36.Smoking is dangerous around what materials? (Gasoline or other fuels, as when fueling the tractor; dry materials; or pesticides)
37.Discomfort is: A) A normal part of work which keeps the operator alert and makes him work harder, or B) Something that tires and distracts the operator and can make work less safe. (B)
38.When you are exhausted, you should: A) Push through to get the job done, or B) Stop working until you are rested. (B)
39.Impatience promotes: A) Productivity, or B) Dangerous work habits. (B)
40.Dangerous work habits can result in injury to more than the operator. True or False. (True)
41.The few extra seconds taken to do a job safely are: A) more or B) less than the time taken to recover from an injury. (B)
42.Extra riders on tractors are often injured in what way? (They fall off tractor and are run over.)
43.If you've done something many times without incident, it must not be dangerous. True or False. (False)
44.A ROPS makes a tractor safer for an extra rider. True or False. (False)
45.It is easier to fall out of an enclosed cab than most people think. True or False. (True)
46.What is the stopping distance for a tractor going 10 miles per hour, under ideal conditions? (30 ft.)
47.Tradition is the best guide to safe practice. True or False. (False)
48.According to the National Safety Council, what percentage of tractor-related deaths occur on public roads? (1/3)
49.What time of day is best for moving tractors and equipment on public roads: a) daytime, when visibility is good, or b) nighttime when traffic is likely to be less. (A)
50.Correct marking and lighting of tractors and other farm equipment are very important when these vehicles must operate on public roads. What is the most basic required marking device required for public road travel? (SMV or Slow-moving vehicle emblem)
51.What marking device is recommended for application to all sides of equipment for public road travel? (Reflective tape)
52.At what level should warning lights be placed on tractors and other equipment for operation on public roads? (Eye level of motorists)
53.Tractor brakes are capable of stopping a tractor under all circumstances? True or False (False)
54.Name a common road condition where traveling in a low gear makes braking more effective? (Traveling up or down hills)
55.An escort vehicle may be required by law if a tractor together with any towed equipment is excessively A) wide, B) Long C) High D) Any of the above. (D)
56.In Florida, State law specifies what vehicles may be used as escorts. True or False. (True)
57.What simple precaution can make lighting on tractors and equipment more effective? (Cleaning)
58.A motorist may try to pass your tractor just when you are preparing to turn left. What action on your part might encourage a motorist to make this mistake? (Swinging to the right to make a wide left turn)
59.How can the classic "Left-turn collision" scenario be avoided? (Installation of extension mirrors and using turn signals)
60.The majority of tractor-automobile collisions occur: A) during wet weather, B) at night, C) on dry days in broad daylight. (C)
61.As a rule of thumb, what is the maximum weight a tractor may tow? (Up to 4.5 times its own weight)
62.Towed loads which are hitched above a tractor's drawbar can cause what kind of incident? (Rear overturn)
63.Front-end loaders can make tractors unstable and subject to what kind of incident? (Side overturns)
64.Filling a metal gas can with gasoline increases the static electricity on the can. True or False. (True)
65.The static electricity that builds up on a metal can when it is being filled with gasoline can cause dangerous sparking if the can is sitting on an insulating surface, such as a plastic bed liner. True or False. (True)
66. Long hair is a special danger near a PTO. True or False. (True)
67.The small turning radius of a tractor makes jackknifing more likely. True or False. (True)
68.The faster you are driving the less likely you are to jackknife. True or False. (False)
69.It is generally safer for tractor/ towed equipment combos to drive on the shoulder as much as possible. True or False. (False)
70.Driving your tractor/towed equipment combination on the road shoulder can cause unexpected hazards. True or False. (True)
71.To let a line of cars pass you should: A) simply wave them around, B) pull over into the shoulder and keep moving) or C) pull over and stop. (C)
72.Any metal container is safe for carrying gasoline. True or False. (False)
73.You should always take a second to secure a gasoline container when transporting it. True or False (True)
74.Always keep the nozzle of a gasoline hose in contact with the can while filling. True or False. (True)
75.Using a latch-open device to fill a portable gasoline container can lead to very dangerous spills. True or False. (True)
76.A tractor is more stable on a slope when the front wheels are A) upslope or B) doswnslope from the rear wheels. (Downslope)
77.Driving up a slope in a tractor makes what incident more likely? (Rear overturn)
78.If you sense that the tractor you are operating is becoming unstable, turn the front wheels downhill. True or False. (True)
79.If your tractor gets stuck, what is the first tactic you should try in an effort to get out? (Backing up)
80.Backing up when your tractor is stuck can prevent what incident? (Rear overturn)
81.If backing out a stuck tractor doesn't work, what's the next thing to try? (Tow it out using a front hitch)
82.When pulling a stuck tractor using a rear hitch, to what device on the tractor should you connect? (Drawbar)
83.When towing use only steel cable or chain. True or False. (True)
84.Nylon tow ropes have been known to break when in use, snap back, and kill the tractor operator. True or False. (True)
85.When pulling out stuck equipment, whose job is riskier: A) The operator of the stuck equipment or B) the operator of the tow vehicle? (B)
86.When purchasing used equipment, you usually "get what you pay for"? True or False. (True)
87.Used equipment can literally cost you an arm or a leg because it may lack customary shields and guards. True or False. (True)
88.A tractor cab helps protect the operator from lightning hazards. True or False. (True)
89.It's safe to assume that a tractor operator can operate any kind of tractor. True or False. (False)
90.It's a good idea to re-certify tractor driver's how often? (Annually)
91.An enclosed cab offers adequate protection for extra riders. True or False. (False)
92.Only children as extra riders are a problem because adults can protect themselves on a tractor. True or False. (False)
93.The following types of farm equipment are unsafe for extra riders. (Check all that apply.) A) tractor, B) all-terrain vehicle, C) pick-up truck cab, D) combine. (B; also A and D if they are not equipped with a manufacturer-installed extra seat.)
CIR1254/AE200: Safer Tractor Operations for Farm Workers/ Employees
Below is some safety questions/answers for tractor owners contained in the site.
1.Loose clothing is a special danger near a PTO. True or False. (True)
2.Agriculture-related injuries are often made worse because injured workers in isolated areas may have to wait a long time for help. True or False. (True)
3.A seat belt will hold you in the "zone of protection" provided by a ROPS. True or False. (True)
4.Seat belts are not needed for short drives. True or False. (False)
5.Over half of agricultural fatalities result from operating what device? (Tractors)
6.Most injuries to tractor operators are preventable. True or False. (True)
7.It is better to think about safety: A) before an incident, B) after an incident. (A)
8.What are the three major elements to consider in developing safer tractor operations? (The environment, the tractor, and the tractor operator)
9.When we can not control the environment, greater safety results from modifying our____? (Operations)
10.The safety features on modern tractors can protect the operator from anything. True or False. (False)
11.What is the recommended minimum distance from an embankment to operate machinery? (A distance equal to the depth of the embankment is the minimum recommended distance.)
12.Wet or sandy soil makes an embankment more dangerous. True or False. (True)
13.What does ROPS stand for? (Roll-over protective structure)
14. A ROPS will prevent a tractor overturn. True or False. (False)
15.Increased tractor power makes what dangers more likely? (Rear overturns, side overturns, loss of control)
16.Always wear a seat belt when operating a tractor equipped with a ROPS. True or False. (True)
17.Wide wheel adjustments make a tractor safer to operate. True or False. (True)
18.Never check for a hydraulic leak with what? (Your hand)
19.Shortcuts usually save very little time while increasing danger to the operator. True or False. (True)
20.When possible, making one operator responsible for a tractor is the best system. True or False. (True)
21.What is the minimum age at which employees may operate a tractor? (16)
22.When a tractor is not in use, any hydraulic equipment attached to it should be in what position? (Lowered)
23.What symptom can indicate exposure to carbon monoxide? (Headache)
24.Supervisors have the responsibility of seeing that all tractor operators have a complete understanding of all instructions and rules. True or False. (True)
25.Small rewards -- such as a meal, a local merchant gift certificate, or cash bonus -- presented monthly, can be effective in promoting safety. True or False. (True)
26.Slow-moving vehicle emblems are to be used for equipment traveling less than ___ mph. (25)
27.How often should you check oil, fuel, and other fluid levels? (Daily)
28.How often should you check for any oil, fuel or fluid leaks? (Daily)
29.How often should you check tire condition and inflation levels? (Daily)
30.How often should you check that platforms and steps are clean and free of debris and tools? (Daily)
31.How often should you check to see that lights, brakes and the steering mechanism are working properly? (Daily)
32.How often should you check that all gauges are giving proper readings and that the engine, transmission, and hydraulic system aren't making any unusual sounds? (Daily)
33.How can you determine what special pre-operation checks a tractor might require? (Review the maintenance manual for the tractor.)
34.When you're angry, you should not operate a tractor. True or False. (True)
35.List personal protective equipment that might be needed when operating a tractor. (Respirator, eye and ear protection, protective clothing, head gear, gloves and boots)
36.Smoking is dangerous around what materials? (Gasoline or other fuels, as when fueling the tractor; dry materials; or pesticides)
37.Discomfort is: A) A normal part of work which keeps the operator alert and makes him work harder, or B) Something that tires and distracts the operator and can make work less safe. (B)
38.When you are exhausted, you should: A) Push through to get the job done, or B) Stop working until you are rested. (B)
39.Impatience promotes: A) Productivity, or B) Dangerous work habits. (B)
40.Dangerous work habits can result in injury to more than the operator. True or False. (True)
41.The few extra seconds taken to do a job safely are: A) more or B) less than the time taken to recover from an injury. (B)
42.Extra riders on tractors are often injured in what way? (They fall off tractor and are run over.)
43.If you've done something many times without incident, it must not be dangerous. True or False. (False)
44.A ROPS makes a tractor safer for an extra rider. True or False. (False)
45.It is easier to fall out of an enclosed cab than most people think. True or False. (True)
46.What is the stopping distance for a tractor going 10 miles per hour, under ideal conditions? (30 ft.)
47.Tradition is the best guide to safe practice. True or False. (False)
48.According to the National Safety Council, what percentage of tractor-related deaths occur on public roads? (1/3)
49.What time of day is best for moving tractors and equipment on public roads: a) daytime, when visibility is good, or b) nighttime when traffic is likely to be less. (A)
50.Correct marking and lighting of tractors and other farm equipment are very important when these vehicles must operate on public roads. What is the most basic required marking device required for public road travel? (SMV or Slow-moving vehicle emblem)
51.What marking device is recommended for application to all sides of equipment for public road travel? (Reflective tape)
52.At what level should warning lights be placed on tractors and other equipment for operation on public roads? (Eye level of motorists)
53.Tractor brakes are capable of stopping a tractor under all circumstances? True or False (False)
54.Name a common road condition where traveling in a low gear makes braking more effective? (Traveling up or down hills)
55.An escort vehicle may be required by law if a tractor together with any towed equipment is excessively A) wide, B) Long C) High D) Any of the above. (D)
56.In Florida, State law specifies what vehicles may be used as escorts. True or False. (True)
57.What simple precaution can make lighting on tractors and equipment more effective? (Cleaning)
58.A motorist may try to pass your tractor just when you are preparing to turn left. What action on your part might encourage a motorist to make this mistake? (Swinging to the right to make a wide left turn)
59.How can the classic "Left-turn collision" scenario be avoided? (Installation of extension mirrors and using turn signals)
60.The majority of tractor-automobile collisions occur: A) during wet weather, B) at night, C) on dry days in broad daylight. (C)
61.As a rule of thumb, what is the maximum weight a tractor may tow? (Up to 4.5 times its own weight)
62.Towed loads which are hitched above a tractor's drawbar can cause what kind of incident? (Rear overturn)
63.Front-end loaders can make tractors unstable and subject to what kind of incident? (Side overturns)
64.Filling a metal gas can with gasoline increases the static electricity on the can. True or False. (True)
65.The static electricity that builds up on a metal can when it is being filled with gasoline can cause dangerous sparking if the can is sitting on an insulating surface, such as a plastic bed liner. True or False. (True)
66. Long hair is a special danger near a PTO. True or False. (True)
67.The small turning radius of a tractor makes jackknifing more likely. True or False. (True)
68.The faster you are driving the less likely you are to jackknife. True or False. (False)
69.It is generally safer for tractor/ towed equipment combos to drive on the shoulder as much as possible. True or False. (False)
70.Driving your tractor/towed equipment combination on the road shoulder can cause unexpected hazards. True or False. (True)
71.To let a line of cars pass you should: A) simply wave them around, B) pull over into the shoulder and keep moving) or C) pull over and stop. (C)
72.Any metal container is safe for carrying gasoline. True or False. (False)
73.You should always take a second to secure a gasoline container when transporting it. True or False (True)
74.Always keep the nozzle of a gasoline hose in contact with the can while filling. True or False. (True)
75.Using a latch-open device to fill a portable gasoline container can lead to very dangerous spills. True or False. (True)
76.A tractor is more stable on a slope when the front wheels are A) upslope or B) doswnslope from the rear wheels. (Downslope)
77.Driving up a slope in a tractor makes what incident more likely? (Rear overturn)
78.If you sense that the tractor you are operating is becoming unstable, turn the front wheels downhill. True or False. (True)
79.If your tractor gets stuck, what is the first tactic you should try in an effort to get out? (Backing up)
80.Backing up when your tractor is stuck can prevent what incident? (Rear overturn)
81.If backing out a stuck tractor doesn't work, what's the next thing to try? (Tow it out using a front hitch)
82.When pulling a stuck tractor using a rear hitch, to what device on the tractor should you connect? (Drawbar)
83.When towing use only steel cable or chain. True or False. (True)
84.Nylon tow ropes have been known to break when in use, snap back, and kill the tractor operator. True or False. (True)
85.When pulling out stuck equipment, whose job is riskier: A) The operator of the stuck equipment or B) the operator of the tow vehicle? (B)
86.When purchasing used equipment, you usually "get what you pay for"? True or False. (True)
87.Used equipment can literally cost you an arm or a leg because it may lack customary shields and guards. True or False. (True)
88.A tractor cab helps protect the operator from lightning hazards. True or False. (True)
89.It's safe to assume that a tractor operator can operate any kind of tractor. True or False. (False)
90.It's a good idea to re-certify tractor driver's how often? (Annually)
91.An enclosed cab offers adequate protection for extra riders. True or False. (False)
92.Only children as extra riders are a problem because adults can protect themselves on a tractor. True or False. (False)
93.The following types of farm equipment are unsafe for extra riders. (Check all that apply.) A) tractor, B) all-terrain vehicle, C) pick-up truck cab, D) combine. (B; also A and D if they are not equipped with a manufacturer-installed extra seat.)