Injuries to toddlers and preschoolers tend to occur when playing on the farm or when riding on farm equipment. Toddlers and preschoolers can climb, walk and run. This age group has a very short memory and likes to test reality. They learn by trial and error. Preschoolers have a fascination with moving parts, for example PTO'S, belts and moving corn in an auger.
Prevention Never have a child as an extra rider.
Keep ladders out of reach. Keep chemicals in locked storage. Oversee the activity of preschoolers. Provide a fenced play area away from farming activities. Injuries to school-age children occur at both work and play.