A skid loader, skid-steer loader, or skid steer is a small, rigid-frame, engine-powered machine with lift arms that can attach to a wide variety of labor-saving tools or attachments.They can be wheel mounted or tracked vehicles. Wheel mounted varieties work better on even, hard ground and can be operated faster than the tracked skid steers. Tracked skid steers perform better in rough and/or wet terrain.

• Used to cut grass and any brush type material for slope and hard to reach terrain.

• Two different styles of mowers can be attached to a tractor; Sickle and Pull behind (bush hog)

• Roadside clearing and mowing
• Median clearing and mowing

Safety of the operator:

• Operators should wear appropriate clothing and follow the necessary safety procedures that apply to all occasions.
• The operator’s PPE should include standard eye protection, work gloves, proper footwear, hearing protection, and hard hats.
• Equipment should be mounted carefully, keeping three points of contact at all times, and the steps and cab interior should be kept clean.
• Extreme caution should be applied around overhead power lines and underground utilities.

Safety of others:

• Always keep others in sight and away from the equipment.
• Establish a safe work zone.
• Never allow riders on the equipment.

Equipment Safety:

• Perform prestart inspection and lubrication daily.
• Make sure equipment is performing correctly.
• Check for obstacles and hazards in the area.
• Obey rules about parking and operating on inclines.
• Know the equipment and its limitations.
• Be able to see and identify passersby, steep slopes, ditches, drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, debris, and foreign objects.
• Avoid backing up while mowing. Vision may be limited; severe damage or injury can occur.