DRIVE A TRACTOR

This programme equips individuals with the skill to drive a tractor, conduct daily maintenance on
a tractor and comply with the legal requirements for operating a tractor

Unit 1:Describe the legal requirements for operating a tractor

• Legal requirements are identified with respect to drivers, passengers and protective devices. 

Unit 2:Recognise operating hazards in the use of a tractor

• Hazards in using a tractor are identified. 
• Accidents and the major cause of them are identified in writing. 
• The tractor driver's responsibilities in case of an accident are explained verbally and in writing. 

Unit 3:Operate a tractor

• Pre-starting checks are performed manually. 
• Engine starting operations are performed manually. 
• Post-starting checks are performed manually. 
• The driver complies with all legal requirements when driving a tractor. The tractor is driven in all the available gears. 

Unit 4:Conduct daily care of tractor

• Checks on the tractor are routinely performed. 
• The tractor is washed.