Title: Conduct pre- and/or post-operation inspection of tractor and equipment.
Course: Introduction to Power, Structural, and Technical Systems (18401) > Section: Understanding Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Safety and Operation

Conducting inspection should include

- safety shields
- fluid levels
- air pressure
- brake adjustments
- clutch adjustments
- safety equipment
- broken or worn parts
- loose parts
- visibility
- lights
- electrical
- hoses
- belts.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What would occur if the different fluid levels were low during operation?
- Why should safety switches never be bypassed?
- What determines whether a part needs to be replaced?
- What is the importance of a pre-operation inspection? Post-operation inspection?