Tag: Tractor Safety

Tractor Safety Foundation’s Online Course

Available free for a limited time

Whether you’re new to operating tractors or looking to refresh your skills, the Tractor Safety Foundation’s course provides practical training to help you work safely and confidently. Participants will learn essential tractor operation, hazard recognition, equipment safety, and best practices to reduce the risk of accidents through engaging online learning. 

The course is open to adults and youth, and partially fulfills the Department of Labor requirements for 14- and 15-year-olds operating farm equipment for hire on farms other than their own. We are currently planning for in-person drive training days for the Advanced portion of this course.  This course is valued at $75, but is free to take for a limited time thanks to grant funding. To see more information and to register, visit the Tractor Safety Foundations course page.

Tractor Safety Certification Courses

Reprinted from an Enewsletter from UMaine Extension

Participants will learn how to handle tractors and equipment safely, how to identify hazards, and how to minimize the chances of accidents. The course is open to all interested adults and youth. A Federal Certificate of Training will be issued at the end of the course after successful completion of the written test and driving course and with attendance requirements met. This certificate is required for 14 and 15 year olds who plan to operate farm equipment for hire on farms other than their own.

Registration Now Open for 2026 Courses

Dates: April 7, April 14, April 21, April 28, May 5 (Exam)

Dates: April 13, April 20, April 27, May 4, May 11 (Exam)

Dates: April 27, May 4, May 11, May 18, May 25 (Exam)

Course Format:

  • Five weeks of in-person lectures, hands-on demonstrations, and tractor driving.
  • Additional reading and coursework outside of class time. Note: participants will need access to a computer, tablet, or smartphone to complete some homework assignments.
  • Final written exam and driving test.

More information and registration details here.