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. Journal of Extension, 63(4), Article 13. https://doi.org/10.66752/1077-5315.5607