Beginner Safety Tips for Driving Your Tractor

If you have taken to farming recently and are still learning the ropes of handling a tractor, this guide is for you. As your local equipment dealership in Minnesota, we at Quality Equipment Sales and Service, Inc. know a thing or two about driving a tractor. Our experts have created this beginner’s guide to help you tackle your tractor safely. Read on to learn more, and for more information, contact our dealership for a friendly chat with our team.

Prepare in Advance

As a novice driver, you will want to familiarize yourself with your tractor’s interface and control mechanism before everything else. Refer to your model’s owner’s manual to see what your manufacturer recommends about handling your specific machine. This will help you in driving your model more safely and efficiently.

Inspect Your Tractor

Next, you will want to ensure that all the parts and components of your tractor are in working order and there aren’t any potential issues to uncover. Examine the wheels and attachments and ensure that your machine is in park rather than neutral.

You will also want to wear well-fitted comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes, and hearing protection, especially if your model doesn’t have a cab. Finally, you will want to wear your seat belt before starting your machine.

Practice Safe Driving Techniques

More importantly, you will want to practice defensive tactics when driving your tractor. Be steady when speeding up and slowing down your machine, and lower your speed when approaching a bend or taking a turn. You will also want to pay attention to any obstacles on the road which can cause you to crash or roll your machine and sustain injuries.

We hope you find this guide handy when driving your tractor. If you need more advice or are still looking for a versatile piece of equipment for your farming operation, visit Quality Equipment Sales and Service, Inc. We have dealerships in Brainerd & Faribault, MN, and we proudly serve those from Minneapolis.