As many of you are aware the laws related to operating implements of husbandry (IoH) on Wisconsin highways has changed significantly since 2014. There are new lighting and marking requirements in addition to changes in rules of the road that change how IoH are to be operated on a highway. Since Wisconsin Safe Operation of […]

The presentation “Skid Steer operation by Youth operators on Wisconsin Farms” was presented to FFA Advisors on January 9, 2016. FFA Advisors can be accessed here: Skid Steers

Like many things in 2020 the Wisconsin Safe Operation of Tractor and Machinery Programs have been impacted by the pandemic. These programs are offered as local UW-Madison Extension or high school agricultural education programs. If you are looking for a program, contact your local county UW Extension office or high school’s agricultural education department. We’re […]

Questions continue to be asked regarding youth employees and student learners operating skid steers. Here’s the basic as the laws apply. Employers are encouraged to contact the Department of Workforce Development (DWD) with more specific questions. Operation of skid steers is not covered by the Wisconsin Safe Operation of Tractor and Machinery Certification Program. Regulations […]

“Safe Operation of Farm Tractors: A Basic Overview for Farm Owners and Operators” is an educational video series to help farm tractor operators learn the basics about safe tractor operation.  Funded by UW Center for Agriculture & Safety, each of the videos in the nine-part series introduces a tractor safety segment vital to safe operation. […]