The purpose of this tutorial is to demonstrate how to safely and properly operate a skid loader. It is vital to know how to properly and safely operate this particular piece of equipment. By following the steps of this tutorial, risk of injury to operators and other individuals can significantly be reduced. Along with decreasing the risk of damage to property and equipment.



Today we will learn how to:

-Start the skidloader

-Adjust the throttle

-Make left and right turns

-Drive forward and in reverse

-Raise and lower the lift arms

-Tilting/Scooping the bob-tach

-Attach/Detach rubber tire attachment



This process should only take about five to ten minutes, depending on your skill level. Move at a pace that makes you feel most comfortable.



Materials needed:

• Close-toed shoes

• Work clothing – This line of work isn’t for the prim and proper

• If you have long hair – pull it up out of your face to prevent obstruction of vision

• Operator’s Manual – if needed for reference



No license is required to operate this piece of machinery.



Please note that certain physical limitations may inhibit the ability to operate this equipment.



