LTAP Tractor/Mower Safety Training

About the Course

Tractor/Mower combinations may be one of the most underestimated and most deadly pieces of equipment used by public works agencies. The importance of proper operator training can't be overstated. This course highlights the importance and benefits of good operator training. Types of equipment referenced includes the following: 

- All Sizes and Makes of Tractors
- Flail Mowers
- Rotary Mowers
- Boom Mowers
- Zero Turn Mowers

Program Outline:

- Introduction to Tractor and Mower Operations
- Most Common Accidents Associated with Tractor/Mowers
- Work Zone Safety and Hazard Awareness
- Operator Daily Checks and Maintenance
- Tailgate Safety Talk
- Operator Training Tips
- PTO Safety Awareness
- Operator Health - Dealing with Extreme Working Conditions

Who Should Attend?:

This training is designed for operators, foreman, and supervisors who are responsible for the safety, maintenance, and operation of industrial and agricultural tractors and mowing equipment used for cutting interstate highways, state and local road rights of way, levees and servitudes.

Course Times

Registration/Breakfast 7:00 a.m.
Class 7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Course Schedule

LAKE CHARLES — 01/19/2023
White Oak Landing
5584 River Road
Lake Charles, LA 70615

LULING — 01/25/2023*
Edward A. Defresne Community Center
274 Judge Edward Dufresne Parkway
Luling, LA 70070
*This location only has a registration/breakfast start time of 8:00am and class will last from 8:30am - 12:00pm

GRAY — 01/26/2023
Terrebonne Parish Public Works Training Facility
206 Government Street
Gray, LA 70359

LAKE CHARLES — 01/31/2023 *Class is Full
White Oak Landing
5584 River Road
Lake Charles, LA 70615

PATTERSON — 02/01/2023
Patterson Area Civic Center
116 Cotton Road
Patterson, LA 70392

LAFAYETTE — 02/02/2023
Lafayette Utilities System (LUS)
1314 Walker Road
Lafayette, LA 70506

PORT ALLEN — 02/08/2023
West Baton Rouge Parish Community Center
749 N. Jefferson Avenue
Port Allen, LA 70767

BATON ROUGE — 02/09/2023 *Class is Full
TTEC Auditorium Room 100
4099 Gourrier Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70808

WEST MONROE — 02/14/2023 *Class is Full
Cheniere Lake Lodge
104 Cheniere Lake Drive
West Monroe, LA 71292

NATCHITOCHES — 02/15/2023
Natchitoches Event Center
750 2nd Street
Natchitoches, LA 71457

ALEXANDRIA — 02/16/2023 *Class is Full
Public Works Complex, City of Alexandria
2021 Industrial Park Road
Alexandria, LA 71303

COVINGTON — 02/28/2023 *Class is Full
Bogue Falaya Hall
317 N. Jefferson Avenue
Covington, LA 70433

AMITE CITY — 03/01/2023*Class is Full
Florida Parishes Arena
1301 Northwest Central Avenue
Amite City, LA 70422

BRIDGE CITY - 03/02/2023
Jefferson Parish Fire Training Center
3221 River Road
Bridge City, LA 70094

SHREVEPORT — 03/07/2023
Caddo Fleet Facility
1701 Monty Street
Shreveport, LA 71107

Instructor

Dwight Hutchinson

Dwight worked as Supervisor of the Louisiana DOTD's Heavy Equipment Shop from 2016 until his retirement in 2021. He began his career as a fleet mechanic and soon became specialized in heavy duty equipment maintenance, OSHA inspections on aerial lift equipment, and environmental health and safety. During his 37+ years with Bell South and AT&T, he worked on weather-related emergencies and storm restoration. He was part of an Emergency Restoration Team in 2004 that provided restoration services after Florida's devastation from several hurricanes. He has received recognition awards from the White House Communications Office for his work in providing communication for the President and Vice President during visits to Missisippi. Dwight has also been a fire fighter since 1988 serving as training officer, safety officer, fire chief (for five years), and presently serves as a Certified Incident Safety Officer. He received training and certification from the Fire Department Safety Officers Association, and numerous trainings through LSU Fireman's Training. Throughout his career, Dwight worked on and operated a vast array of vehicles and equipment - from bullbozers to bridge inspection trucks to floating fire pumps to 105-foot aerial platforms.

Fees & Cancellations for LTAP Tractor/Mower Safety Training

$20 for Public Agencies
$40 for Private Agencies

Credit card payments are accepted through the online registration system. Checks or money orders are also accepted.

Make checks payable to:
LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY

Mail checks to:
LTAP-Technology Transfer/LTRC,
4099 Gourrier Avenue, Baton Rouge,
LA 70808-4443.
ATTN: Courtney Dupre

Registration is required one week in advance of class. Failure to cancel at least 72 hours prior will result in a forfeit of the registration fee. Participant substitution is available.

Professional Development Hours (PDHs)

Professional Development Hour (PDH) credit will be awarded as follows: three (3) PDHs for LTAP Tractor/Mower Safety Training. LTRC is a Louisiana State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors, approved Sponsor/Provider of Continuing Professional Development. 

Questions?

Contact the LTAP Office via:

Phone: (225) 767-9717
Fax: (225) 767-9156
Email: courtney.dupre@la.gov

The Louisiana Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) is a cooperative effort between the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and Louisiana State University (LSU). LTAP serves the needs of local transportation agencies and is a part of the Louisiana Transportation Research Center (LTRC). 

www.louisianaltap.org