Title: (Optional) Repair farm equipment and tools.
Course: Livestock Production Management (18301-II) > Section: Using Mechanics in Agricultural Production

Repairing farm equipment and tools should include

- identifying repairs needed
- consulting service or shop manuals for the specific type of farm equipment
- determining proper procedures to perform repairs which could include woodworking, hot or cold metal working, or welding
- following safety procedures and guidelines for the repair to be performed
- performing repair on farm equipment or tool
- testing the piece of equipment or tool to check if the repair is complete.

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important for farmers to be able to repair farm equipment?
- What should you consider when deciding whether to perform a repair or to call a professional mechanic?
- Why is it important to repair an identified problem sooner than later?
- Why would a farmer choose to repair farm equipment instead of buying new equipment?
- Where should you look for safety precautions and instructions before repairing equipment?