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NY Safe Tractor Operation CDE Practice

Total questions: 96

Worksheet time: 48mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

While pulling a large object, such as a log, where should the chain or cable be attached to the tractor?

a)

wrapped around the axle

b)

through the 3-point hitch arms

c)

around the base of the seat

d)

to the drawbar

2.

The proper use of lights on agricultural equipment while transporting on public roadways would include:

a)

Using field lights at all times

b)

Engaging hazards lights only at dusk

c)

Using field lights at night

d)

Operating hazard lights at all times

3.

When a tractor is not being used in a low clearance situation, the foldable ROPS should be:

a)

Locked in the upright position

b)

Lowered for improved visibility

c)

Folded down to create a lower center of gravity

d)

Removed

4.

What is a basic handling procedure that should be followed when refueling a tractor?

a)

Allow the engine to cool down

b)

Leave equipment unattended

c)

Unscrew fuel cap with bare hand

d)

Fill the tank as full as possible

5.

Of the following activities, which accounts for the largest number of farm fatalities?

a)

Tractor operation

b)

Machinery operation

c)

Livestock handling

d)

Operating vehicles

6.

What is a safety design feature found on modern self-propelled agricultural equipment that is intended to reduce noise and vibration while controlling temperature?

a)

Environmentally-controlled cabs

b)

Sealed bearings

c)

Reversing feed mechanisms

d)

Operating lights

7.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a 540 RPM PTO driveline system?

a)

Rotates faster than a 1000 RPM system

b)

Can rotate at 16.7 revolutions per second

c)

Has six (6) splines on the stub-shaft

d)

Rotates counterclockwise when viewed from the rear of the tractor

8.

Safety chains are used on towed equipment for what purpose?

a)

Prevent runaways if hitch or pins fail

b)

Sole hitching system

c)

Remove stuck implement

d)

Pulling stalled vehicles

9.

Forward and reverse controls should be in the 'Reverse' position before starting a tractor.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

10.

What is the most common type of fatal tractor incident?

a)

being run over

b)

PTO entanglements

c)

tractor overturns

d)

roadway collisions

11.

A Class A fire that could occur on a self-propelled implement might be caused by:

a)

Flammable liquids

b)

Electrical wires

c)

Hydraulic oil

d)

Crop residue

12.

Turning too sharp at high speeds can cause an overturn due to _______.

a)

breaking an axle

b)

centripal force

c)

centrifugal force

d)

gravity

13.

Which of the following would be an acceptable safety device for preventing injuries and property damage during transportation?

a)

Bolt

b)

Hitch pin

c)

Safety hitch pin with pin or latch

d)

Baling wire

14.

The tractor’s PTO master shield is designed to:

a)

completely enclose a rotating PTO shaft

b)

protect the connection of the tractor stub shaft and the front universal joint of the attached machine’s driveline

c)

protect the connection of the driveline to the machine’s gear box

d)

none of the above

15.

This system is used to attach implements to the tractor:

a)

Hydraulic

b)

Hitching

c)

Fuel

d)

Cooling

16.

Which of the following is not a purpose of a ROPS?

a)

protect the operator during overturns

b)

prevent overturns from occurring

c)

limit rollovers to 90°

d)

provide a comfortable working environment for the operator

17.

A system on a tractor that could potentially lead to severe burns would be the:

a)

Cooling system

b)

Operator’s station

c)

Hitching system

d)

Traction system

18.

A plow bolt has:

a)

no head

b)

a round head

c)

a flat head

19.

The first step in starting any tractor is:

a)

turn on the ignition

b)

check the gearshift lever

c)

make certain the area is clear of other people

20.

Warning safety message signs are ________ colored.

a)

Red

b)

Orange

c)
Yellow
d)

Green

21.

Which would be an advantage of an environmentally-controlled cab on a tractor?

a)

Increased sound level

b)

Increased exposure to dust

c)

Allows greater exposure to UV rays

d)

Protects against extreme temperatures

22.

Many farmers have been killed while by-pass starting their tractor. What is the only safe way to start a tractor?

a)

do not use any metal tools or keys

b)

only start a tractor that is facing up hill

c)

have someone else start your tractor

d)

start a tractor only while sitting in the operator’s seat

23.

Increased mechanization has made farming and ranching:

a)

More labor intensive

b)

Safer

c)

Harder

d)

Less Productive

24.

The safest place for a child to ride while dad is operating the tractor is:

a)

on dad’s lap

b)

standing on the operator’s platform

c)

on the left fender

d)

in the pickup truck with mom.

25.

Which of the following best represents the laws regarding operation of tractors by children?

a)

no person under the age of 16 may operate a tractor without parental consent

b)

children under 16 may operate a tractor on their home farm, but not for someone other than their parents, unless they have completed a tractor operator’s certification course

c)

no child under the age of 14 may operate a tractor in any circumstances

d)

there are no regulations regarding farm work for children

26.

What should you do before operating a tractor?

a)

read the owners manual

b)

do a pre-operational walk around inspection

c)

fasten your seatbelt

d)

all of the above

27.

Which would be an advantage of an environmentally-controlled cab on a tractor?

a)

Increased sound level

b)

Increased exposure to dust

c)

Allows greater exposure to UV rays

d)

Protects against extreme temperatures

28.

Exhaust gases are deadly because they contain:

a)

carbon monoxide

b)

carbon dioxide

c)

methane

29.

Extra riders are _______ permitted on a tractor.

a)

sometimes

b)

never

c)

always

30.

Universal symbols are used on agricultural tractors and machinery to:

a)

Allow different manufacturers to use various symbols

b)

Keep workers with lower reading skills from operating machinery

c)

Reduce confusion when operating different tractors

d)

Use words instead of pictures

31.

A system on a tractor that could potentially lead to severe burns would be the:

a)

Cooling system

b)

Operator’s station

c)

Hitching system

d)

Traction system

32.

A safe method for examining a hydraulic system for leaks would include:

a)

Using hands

b)

Using forearm

c)

Wear eye protection

d)

Wearing a straw hat

33.

The operator's manual for an agricultural tractor contains information regarding:

a)

Cost of the machine

b)

Safety precautions, operating and service procedures

c)

Operator’s height and weight

d)

Name of the person who assembled the engine

34.

34. Rear overturns are the most common type of tractor rollovers.

a)

true

b)

false

35.

Seatbelts should only be worn in tractors equipped with ROPS.

a)

true

b)

false

36.

What would be a step for safely connecting an implement to the three-point hitch of a tractor?

a)

Back quickly

b)

Check for bystanders

c)

Honk the horn

d)

Leave the transmission in gear

37.

Heavy clothing will protect an individual in the event of a PTO entanglement.

a)

true

b)

false

38.

The main reason for color coding primary controls on combines and tractors is to:

a)

Reduce the potential for activating the wrong control

b)

Allow equipment manufacturers variety in labeling controls

c)

Adjust machine function

d)

Make it hard for the operator to recognize controls

39.

An SMV emblem means that the tractor or equipment travels over the road at speeds less than 25 mph.

a)

true

b)

false

40.

All tractors should not be started unless the transmission is in neutral or park.

a)

true

b)

false

41.

Which would be a proper procedure found in the operator's manual for removing a stuck tractor?

a)

Always hitch higher than the drawbar

b)

Try to remove the tractor by yourself

c)

Only hitch to designated hitch points

d)

Use a smaller tractor to remove the stuck tractor

42.

Which system found on a tractor consists of a stub shaft to provide rotational mechanical power?

a)

Hydraulic system

b)

Traction system

c)

Hitching system

d)

Power Take-Off (PTO) system

43.

The radiator is part of the system.

a)

Fuel

b)

Electrical

c)

Hydraulic

d)
Cooling
44.

What is the name of the device that prevents the fall or collapse of a header or bucket on a self-propelled machine?

a)

Overload clutch

b)

Sealed bearing

c)

Safety-stop (lock)

d)

Electronic monitoring system

45.

The Power Take-Off (PTO) shaft should be disengaged before starting a tractor and the control lever is usually RED in color.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

46.

The splines on a 540 rpm PTO shaft are the same as the splines for a 1000 rpm PTO shaft.

a)

true

b)

false

47.

What would be a step for safely connecting an implement to the three-point hitch of a tractor?

a)

Back quickly

b)

Check for bystanders

c)

Honk the horn

d)

Leave the transmission in gear

48.

Thrown objects would most likely be a hazard associated with which machine:

a)

Hay baler

b)

Rotary mower

c)

Grain auger

49.

This system is used to attach implements to the tractor.

a)

Hydraulic

b)

Hitching

c)

Fuel

d)

Cooling

50.

Steps, hand-holds, and railings are all safety features that reduce injuries if:

a)

Used for mounting and dismounting while facing away from equipment

b)

Used for mounting and dismounting while facing towards the equipment

c)

Covered in debris and clutter

d)

Mounting bolts are missing

51.

What part is pictured?

a)

Radiator

b)

Carburetor

c)

Engine Oil Drain Plug

d)

Air Filter

52.

What part is pictured?

a)

Alternator

b)

Throttle, Foot

c)

Fuel Tank

d)

Valve Cover

53.

What part is pictured?

a)

Fuel Filter

b)

Connecting Rod

c)

Dipstick, Hydraulic Oil

d)

Amp Meter Gauge / Indicator Light

54.

What part is pictured?

a)

Axle Carrier, Rear

b)

Ring Gear

c)

Temperature Gauge / Indicator Light

d)

Flywheel, Engine

55.

What part is pictured?

a)

Fuel Injector

b)

Battery

c)

Power Steering Cylinder

d)

Throttle Rod

56.

What part is pictured?

a)

Throttle Rod

b)

Power Steering Cylinder

c)

Bearing, Ball

d)

Battery

57.

What part is pictured?

a)

Turbo - Intake Compressor

b)

Radiator

c)

Bearing, Crankshaft

d)

Tachometer

58.

What part is pictured?

a)

Fuel Injector Pump

b)

Amp Meter Gauge / Indicator Light

c)

Three Point Hitch (Upper Link)

d)

Brake Pedal

59.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Throttle Rod

b)

Clutch Disc

c)

Dipstick, Engine Oil

d)

Valve Cover Gasket

60.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Clutch Pressure Plate

b)

Fuel Injector

c)

Valve Push Rod

d)

Three Point Hitch (Upper Link)

61.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Fuel Filter

b)

Camshaft

c)

PTO

d)

Throttle, Foot

62.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Throttle, Foot

b)

Radiator Cap

c)

Carburetor

d)

Parking Brake

63.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Ring Gear

b)

Hydraulic Filter

c)

Tire Valve System

d)

Connecting Rod

64.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Crankshaft

b)

Brake Pedal

c)

Sway Blocks

d)

Fuel Cap

65.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Clutch Pressure Plate

b)

Turbo Oil Line

c)

Dipstick, Engine Oil

d)

Sway Blocks

66.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Throttle, Foot

b)

Throttle, Hand

c)

Dipstick, Hydraulic Oil

d)

Valve Spring

67.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Dipstick, Transmission Oil

b)

Three Point Lift Control

c)

Engine Oil Fill Cap

d)

Engine Oil Drain Plug

68.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Brake Pedal

b)

Drawbar

c)

Valve Cover

d)

Steering Tie Rod

69.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Engine Stop Control

b)

Throttle, Foot

c)

Valve Cover

d)

PTO

70.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Engine Stop Control

b)

Fuel Tank

c)

Turbo - Exhaust Turbine

d)

Exhaust Manifold

71.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Ring Gear

b)

Fuel Cap

c)

Engine Oil Drain Plug

d)

Weight Carrier

72.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Hydraulic Hose

b)

Engine Oil Fill Cap

c)

Fuel Injector Pump

d)

Hydraulic Valve Control

73.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Starter

b)

Engine Oil Filter

c)

Dipstick, Transmission Oil

d)

Fan

74.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Bearing, Ball

b)

Tachometer

c)

Engine Oil Drain Plug

d)

Engine Oil Cooler

75.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Clutch Disc

b)

Three Point Lift Control

c)

Engine Oil Gauge / Indicator Light

d)

Hydraulic Cooler

76.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Ring Gear

b)

Valve Spring

c)

Fuel Tank

d)

Engine Coolant Hose

77.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Valve Push Rod

b)

Fuel Injector

c)

Engine Coolant Pump

d)

Weight Carrier

78.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Fan

b)

Tachometer

c)

Crankshaft

d)

Steering Tie Rod

79.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Shifter Fork

b)

Alternator

c)

Throttle, Hand

d)

Fan Belt

80.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Valve Spring

b)

Fuel Cap

c)

Flywheel, Engine

d)

Battery

81.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Turbo - Exhaust Engine

b)

Front Wheel Hub

c)

Shifter Fork

d)

Camshaft

82.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Intake Manifold

b)

Fuel Cap

c)

Head Gasket

d)

Throttle Rod

83.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Clutch Pressure Plate

b)

Hydraulic Cooler

c)

Fuel Filter

d)

Piston

84.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Fuel Injector

b)

Parking Brake

c)

Three Point Lift Control

d)

Drawbar

85.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Dipstick, Hydraulic Oil

b)

Lug Nut

c)

Drawbar

d)

Fuel Injector Pump

86.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Battery

b)

Engine Oil Drain Plug

c)

Fuel Tank

d)

Engine Oil Fill Cap

87.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Grease Fitting (Zerk)

b)

Sway Blocks

c)

Carburetor

d)

Parking Brake

88.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Fuel Injector

b)

Head Gasket

c)

Connecting Rod

d)

Tire Valve Stem

89.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Fuel Filter

b)

Throttle Rod

c)

Power Steering Pump

d)

Hydraulic Hose

90.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Battery

b)

Hydraulic Valve Control

c)

Lug Nut

d)

Valve Push Rod

91.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Hydraulic Valve Control

b)

Hydraulic Filter

c)

Valve Push Rod

d)

Bearing, Ball

92.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Engine Oil Cooler

b)

Hydraulic Cooler

c)

Grease Fitting (Zerk)

d)

Clutch Pressure Plate

93.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Clutch Pressure Plate

b)

Intake Manifold

c)

Radiator

d)

Engine Oil Fill Cap

94.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Radiator

b)

Lug Nut

c)

Engine Stop Control

d)

PTO

95.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Fan

b)

Muffler

c)

Hydraulic Cooler

d)

Sway Blocks

96.

Which part is pictured?

a)

Fuel Injector

b)

Three Point Lift Arm

c)

Master Cylinder Brake

d)

Air Filter