Teachers:
Please administer pre-test before the school program and the
post-test within one week of the program. Correct and share
with children. Please return all tests with class grade average
for both pre and post-tests. We will use responses and score
changes to help evaluate the program and improve delivery.
Thank you.
Send
materials to: UVM Extension System, Farm Safety Program, RR
1 BOX 2280, Morrisville VT 05661.
- How
many passengers, or extra riders should be allowed on a
tractor or riding lawn mower?
Answer: None.
- What
age person is most likely to get seriously injured on a
farm?
Answer: Children from 5 to 14 years old.
- Where
and how should cleaners and chemicals be stored?
Answer: They should be in their original container
and locked up - out of the reach of children.
- What
piece of farm machinery is most often involved in accidents
and injuries?
Answer: Tractor.
- What
rule should we follow when using tractors, ATV's, or riding
lawn mowers?
Answer: One seat, one rider.
- Why
should we wear safety helmets and other protective gear
when riding ATV's, bicycles, or snowmobiles?
Answer: To prevent serious injuries, maybe to save
your life
- What
is a PTO and why is it dangerous?
Answer: Power take-off shaft on back of tractor that
drives equipment (like baler). It turns very fast and can
tear clothes or limbs off.
- What
can happen to you over a period of time if you work or play
around loud equipment, like chainsaws, wood splitters, lawn
mowers, or tractors without protective equipment?
Answer: Loud noises, without hearing protection can
cause hearing loss.
- Why
should we ask permission before crossing a fence into a
field?
Answer: The fence may be electrified; it may be made
of barbed wire which can cut you; there may be a bull or
protective livestock out of sight; and it is just using
good manners.
- Who
is responsible for farm and home safety?
Answer: Everyone
This
document is produced by the University of Vermont Extension
System Farm Safety Program. RR1 Box 2280, Morrisville, Vermont
05661. Phone: (802) 888-4972. Fax: (802) 888-2432
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