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The guide takes readers through every stage of tractor operation, beginning with safety awareness, tractor stability and rollover protection, before progressing to daily inspections, servicing procedures, safe driving techniques and field operations. Readers will also learn how to safely attach and operate implements, use PTO-powered equipment, connect hydraulic systems and apply modern precision agriculture technologies.
Packed with photographs, diagrams, operating procedures and workplace examples, this publication is an excellent reference for training programs, workplace inductions and ongoing professional development.
Whether you are starting out in agriculture or looking for a reliable machinery reference, Tractors: a practical guide is an invaluable addition to every farm office, workshop and training room. Order your copy today and build the skills needed for safer, more effective tractor operation.
Who this guide is for
Farm workers and machinery operators
Agricultural students and trainees
TAFE and RTO training programs
Farm owners and managers
Anyone seeking practical tractor safety and operating knowledge
What you'll learn
Tractor safety principles and risk management
Safe mounting, operation and shutdown procedures
Tractor stability and rollover prevention
Pre-start checks and routine servicing
Oil, fuel and maintenance procedures
Safe operation of PTO-driven equipment
Connecting and operating trailed and linkage implements
Remote hydraulic systems and attachments
Precision agriculture and GNSS guidance systems
Work health and safety requirements for tractor operations
Table of Contents:
General safety precautions
Notes on tractor stability and the risks
General farm safety
Perform a pre-start safety check on a tractor
Perform a pre-start service on a tractor
Oil and filter change
Service a diesel fuel injection system
General tractor maintenance
Drive a tractor (basic)
Typical international warning symbols
Attach, reverse and remove a trailed implement
Attach and remove a 3-point linkage implement
Attach and remove a trailed implement with remote hydraulics
Attach, operate and remove a PTO-driven implement
Operate a tractor and implement in field conditions
Operate a tractor with Precision Control Technology (PCT)
Managing work health and safety risks
Check your skill
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Jennifer Laffan has written many publications and training resources for the NSW Department of Primary Industries, including the AgSkills series.
