NEWS for North Dakotans
Agriculture Communication, North Dakota State University
7 Morrill Hall, Fargo, ND 58105-5665

May 11, 2000

NDSU Schedules Tractor Safety Schools

A series of tractor safety schools will be offered across North Dakota in June to help young drivers get a safer start in operating tractors.

The three-day schools, sponsored by the North Dakota State University Extension Service, include classroom and behind-the-wheel instruction. They are intended for youth between the ages of 14 and 16. Younger students may attend. Students 14 years of age or older who complete the course will receive a U.S. Department of Labor Certificate of Training. The certificate permits a minor younger than 16 to drive a tractor and operate identified farm machinery for hire. For more information or to register for the course, contact oneof the county offices of the NDSU Extension Service.

The tractor safety schools will meet from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the following dates and locations.

• June 6, 7 and 8, NDSU Carrington Research Extension Center.
• June 13, 14 and 15, NDSU Langdon Research Extension Center.
• June 14, 15 and 16, Western 4-H Camp, Washburn.
• June 20, 21 and 22, RDO Equipment, Casselton.
• June 26, 27 and 28, Steele County Courthouse, Finley.

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Source: George Maher (701) 231-8288
Editor: Tom Jirik (701) 231-9629