Tractor Safety Operation and Maintenance 2025 FFA
COMPETION GRADED A+
How often should you check to see that lights, brakes and the steering
mechanism are working properly? - (answer)Daily
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Explain the difference between oil type and oil viscosity - (answer)Oil type is a
designation for the services the oil was made for, such as gas engine, diesel
engine,light loads, heavy loads. Oil viscosity is an indication of how viscous the oil
is at different temperatures.
What is the function of a differential lock? When would you use it? - (answer)It
locks both drive wheel axles together so they behave as a solid single shaft. It is
useful when one wheel is slipping or spinning, but can only be used when going in
a straight direction.
What is the stopping distance for a tractor going 10 miles per hour, under ideal
conditions - (answer)30 feet
True or False: When operating a tractor, the following personal protective
equipment is needed: respirator, eye protection, ear protection, protective
clothing, head gear, gloves and boots. - (answer)True
Tower loads which are hitched above a tractor's drawbar can cause what kind of
incident? - (answer)Rear Overturn
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What are the three major elements to consider in developing safer tractor
operations? - (answer)The environment, the tractor and the operator
What is the proper way to check the fluid level in a radiator on a hot engine? -
(answer)Shut the unit down and allow it to cool before checking the fluid level
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True or False: Supervisors have the responsibility of seeing that all tractor
operators have a complete understanding of all instructions and rules. -
(answer)True
Why is increased tractor power dangerous? - (answer)Loss of control, rear
overturns, side overturns
When pulling a stuck tractor using a rear hitch, to what device on the tractor
should you connect? - (answer)Drawbar
What should be done if there is air in the fuel system of a diesel tractor? -
(answer)Bleed fuel system
What steps should you use when stopping the tractor and shutting of the engine?
- (answer)Press the transmission clutch pedal and apply the brakes, reduce engine
speed, turn the starter key to the STOP position
Milky hydraulic fluid indicates the presence of which contaminant? -
(answer)Water