Tractor Safety Certification classes for Youth

The 4-H Youth Development Program of Cornell Cooperative Extension in Cayuga County will be conducting Tractor Safety Certification classes for Youth beginning on Tuesday, February 25.

The Hazardous Occupation in Agricultural Law requires that youth ages 14 to 16 must have at least 24 hours of tractor safety and maintenance instruction to drive a tractor on a farm other than that owned by their parents.  Every employer of a young, hired employee should consider this class for their present and summer help. Youth that are only 13 may take the course for the safety experience but will not be eligible to receive certification. Please call Cornell Cooperative Extension Cayuga County to verify eligibility.   This is the only course to be held in Cayuga County for 2025 to certify youth.

Pre-registration is required.  Class size will be limited. The cost of the course is $45 per person (fee can be waived for certain circumstances), which includes a student manual and must be paid before the first class.

 Attendance is required at all classes in order for students to become certified. Youth must pass both a written and practical/driving exams to be certified. Please see listed dates below. 

Dates of Classes:        Tuesday February 25

                                   Wednesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26,

                                   Wednesdays, April 2, 9, 23

Times: 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.

Location:   varies with classes, complete schedule will be available before first class meets

 Cost:   $45.00 for ALL Youth (includes a student manual). 

Register:   The deadline to register is February 18, 2025, on a first come, first served basis

Questions?

Please Call 315-255-1183 or contact: 

Sara Wagner

Cayuga County 4-H Program Lead

smw352@cornell.edu