Episode Summary

Tractors are costly, and preventing costly repairs can be as simple as taking the time to do a pre-operational check on your tractor. Emily Krekelberg is our expert today. In this episode of the FarmSafe Podcast, we continue the conversation on tractor safety by focusing on practical tips for safely operating and maintaining tractors on the farm. We speak with Emily Krekelberg, Extension Educator in Farm Safety and Health at the University of Minnesota, who discusses common machinery hazards such as rollovers, pinch points, PTO entanglements, and roadway collisions.

Episode Resources

Tractor Pre-Operational Checklist, GPCAH

Preventative Maintenance & Pre-Operational Checks, HOSTA

Safe Tractor Operation, University of Missouri Extension