UMN Extension Offering Youth Tractor and Farm Safety Certification

University of Minnesota Extension is offering youth tractor and farm safety certification. The program provides youth 14 years and older the opportunity to learn about safe equipment operation and general farm safety. Students who participate in the program will:
Work hands-on with full-sized tractors and implements.
Receive training in farm-related basic first aid.
Learn about farm safety from a range of experienced community members.
Students who complete this program will receive a U.S. Department of Labor certificate of training. This certificate is required for 14- and 15-year-olds who wish to work with equipment with over 20 horsepower off of their family farm or homestead.

Heather Dufault, Extension Educator talks about the certification requirement and the training which thanks to Minnesota Corn and Soybean Growers Association and Roed Seed Sales is offered free of charge.

The youth tractor and farm safety certification program is a two-part program, including both an online learning experience and two days of in-person hands-on training. In person training will be held on June 10th and 11th at the Polk County Fairgrounds in Fertile.