Event Details

Date

January 16 - March 26, 2016

Time

8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Location

Various Dealers thru-out Genesee County

Host

CCE - Genesee County
Brandie Schultz
585-343-3040 x101


2016 National Safe Tractor & Machinery Operation Program

January 16 - March 26, 2016

2016 National Safe Tractor & Machinery Operation Program

The training program encompasses 32 hours of intensive instruction. Upon completion of the training, each student will be required to take a 50 question knowledge test with a minimum passing score of 70%. Students who successfully pass the knowledge test will be permitted to take the Skills and Driving tests. After passing both the written test and driving tests, the students will receive their formal certification from the U.S. Department of Labor.

NOTE: youth are also required to be current enrolled 4-H members (Genesee County 4-H enrollment fees are: $25 per youth or $50 per family for Genesee County residents; $35 for out-of-county residents).


Tractor Safety Flyer (PDF; 497KB)


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