Nebraska Extension Tractor and Equipment Safety Certification Course – Measuring Long-term Impact and Implementing Improvements

Authors

Rebecca Bonacci, Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health, University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Public Health, OmahaFollow
Ellen Duysen, Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health, University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Public Health, OmahaFollow
Bri Parr, Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health, University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Public Health, OmahaFollow
Susan Harris, Nebraska Extension, University of Nebraska, LincolnFollow
Aaron Yoder, Central States Center for Agricultural Safety and Health, University of Nebraska Medical Center, College of Public Health, Omaha & Nebraska Extension, University of Nebraska, Lincoln,Follow

Volume

63

Issue

4

Abstract

Many jobs in agriculture have been deemed too hazardous for children younger than 16 years. A waiver allowing 14- and 15- year-old youth to work on farms requires safety course certification. [Redacted] Extension has partnered with a NIOSH funded Agricultural Safety Center to provide an annual tractor and equipment safety course across [Redacted]. To gauge impact, a survey addressed questions regarding the program's long-term impact, perceived value, injuries, close calls, recommendations for improvement and adoption and implementation of safety practices. The results have led to improved programming. The findings provide a roadmap to establish effective tractor and equipment certification programs.

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Recommended Citation

Bonacci, R., Duysen, E., Parr, B., Harris, S., & Yoder, A. (2025). Nebraska Extension Tractor and Equipment Safety Certification Course – Measuring Long-term Impact and Implementing Improvements. The Journal of Extension, 63(4), Article 13. https://open.clemson.edu/joe/vol63/iss4/13