Wait outside the job.
Young helpers stay away from hitching and loading.
THE RANCHWELL FIELD LESSONS
Before the cattle trailer moves
A driver is backing a truck toward a trailer. Someone asks you to stand between them and point.
LOOK. THINK. CHOOSE.Try the situation
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YOUR TURN
What is the safe choice?
Choose what you would do. Every choice has a reason.
TAKE THIS WITH YOU
Three habits.
A safer day.
Adults check the trailer.
Check tires, lights, brakes, gates, latches, and the hitch before the trip.
Care for the animals.
Keep water available before loading. Move cattle calmly. A vet helps decide whether a sick animal can travel.
ONE MORE SITUATION
The adult is getting ready to unhook the trailer. What helps stop it rolling?
BRING IT HOME
Make the safe choices.
Try both situations. Then share what you learned.