The Tractor Mower Operation and Safety workshop is a half-day workshop on the best safety practices for industrial mower operator safety. This workshop will include four hours of classroom and hands-on operator training. This class will stress the importance of maintaining equipment and having proper shields installed. Attendees will learn what to wear when operating mowers, the proper way to mount and dismount, and proper techniques for mowing on various terrains.  


Who Should Attend
This course is designed for operators and foremen who cut grass on interstate highways and state and local road networks.

Please see the course brochure for additional information.

This event is accessible to people with disabilities and individuals with limited English proficiency. If you need a reasonable accommodation (such as American Sign Language Interpreters, assistive listening devices, handouts in alternate formats, etc.) and/or language assistance (such as translated documents or an interpreter) to fully participate, please contact Cindy Schaedig at 413-577-2762 or cschaedig@ecs.umass.edu at least 14 days prior to the event.  Such services are provided free of charge.