Safety talks

A Power take-off (PTO) is a rotating shaft on a tractor that transfers engine power to implements like mowers, balers, and augers. PTOs spin at 540–1,000 RPM — up to 16+ rotations per second — much faster than human reaction time.

Tractor incidents are a leading source of farm injuries. Many incidents occur due to people, obstacles, or hazards in the work area that operators did not see. Safe operation requires constant awareness, especially near homes, buildings, animals, and high‑traffic areas.

Speaking up about near misses is one of the best ways to keep our workplace safe.

Head injuries can be life-altering or fatal. On construction sites, workers are exposed to falling objects, electrical hazards, and low-clearance areas.

Proper hand protection maintains your ability to work safely and efficiently, reduces the likelihood of time off due to injury, and supports overall jobsite safety.