[Farmall] Any advice on THIS problem (Off Topic...sorry)

[CDHORN at aol.com]

Jim:
 
I applaud you for wanting to involve this young man.  Working with my  4 year 
old grandson had some similar issues.  He too wanted to be involved  in 
everything including log splitting and cutting.  Two nonprofessional  thoughts come 
to mind for what it's worth.
 
Let him do relatively safe parts of the operation like stacking and hauling  
until he has proven his competence.
 
If you or some of your neighbors have experienced pinched fingers or worse  
types of accidents, have them stop by and relate their experiences.
 
Involving him can only help his progress.  Be cautious, but not  crippling 
so.  As a kid on the farm I was constantly exposed to power  takeoffs and other 
dangerous situations.  I heard first hand about farm  injuries, but mostly by 
adults.  These are great life lessons that are so  lacking in today's "take 
care of me so I don't have to think" society.
 
Clark
F-20