Play It Safe: Test #1: Key

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.

1. How many passengers, or extra riders should be allowed on a tractor or riding lawn mower?
   Answer: None.
2. What age person is most likely to get seriously injured on a farm?
   Answer: Children from 5 to 14 years old.
3. 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.
4. What piece of farm machinery is most often involved in accidents and injuries?
   Answer: Tractor.
5. What rule should we follow when using tractors, ATV's, or riding lawn mowers?
   Answer: One seat, one rider.
6. 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
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. Who is responsible for farm and home safety?
    Answer: Everyone