Farm Safety Skills (26 & under)

Name of competition: Farm Safety Skills

Upcoming competition date: Saturday 6th July 2019

Venue: Staffordshire County Showground, Stafford

Outline of competition:

The team shall appoint a leader who will undertake the duties of a foreman. In addition to his/her foreman duties, they must also carry out one of the tasks.

Competitors are to provide their own tools and correct personal protective equipment must be worn. Safe start and safe stop procedures must be adhered to at all times. All equipment must be returned to its original place after completion of each task.

Task 1: Competitor to complete a 3 - point linkage task
Task 2: Competitor to complete a road vehicle and livestock trailer task
Task 3: Competitor to complete an ATV task involving hitching and leading a trailer - STV competency certificate required
Task 4: Foreman to decide which competitors to complete a First Aid task. First Aid certificate required
Task 5: (National Final only) - The above 4 competitors will join together to complete a team task in hazard perception in scenarios such as working at height, with machinery and power cables. This task is supported by the Farm Safety Foundation, Yellow Wellies Campaign.

Timetable for the day: TBC
Competitors Notes:
Rules: Competitions Day - Farm Safety Skills (26 under) - Rules 2018-19 & General Rules 2018-19

How to get there:

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Checklist of things to bring with you on the day:

• Membership Card
• Parental Consent Form for all U18s - Copy returned to NFYFC 10 days prior to event
• Absentee Form - Completed by County Office to be excused from presentation of awards
• Additional form of ID
• Relevant Certificates/Licences - These MUST be provided for the judge on the day
• Correct PPE
• First Aid Kit
  

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