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OWNER’S MANUAL
Rollover Protective
Structures (ROPS)
Inspection Guide
Falling Object
Protective Structures
(FOPS) Inspection
ROPS and FOPS, like any other safety device, need to
be periodically inspected to verify that the integrity of
the device has not been compromised through normal
machine use, misuse, age degradation, modifications,
or roll-overs.
Some mechanical discretion is essential, therefore
personnel who inspect ROPS and FOPS need to
comprehend and understand the significance of issues
like structural corrosion, cracks, and deformation.
Conservatism is the essential rule – if in doubt,
remove the machine from service and contact the
ROPS/FOPS manufacturer for assistance. Certain
conditions will absolutely render the ROPS/FOPS
unusable, examples are:
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Permanent deformation or twisting.
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Missing, damaged, or loose mounting hardware.
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Mounting hardware that is of a grade lesser than
specified.
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Any cracks in the structure (structural members
and/or welds).
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Significant corrosion.
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Modifications, i.e. unauthorized welds and holes.
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Missing or unreadable ROPS/FOPS label.
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Applicable ROPS/FOPS/machine model not
specified on the ROPS/FOPS label.
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Vehicles GVW (including attachments, restrained
payload, fuel and operator) in excess of the
maximum weight specified on the ROPS label.
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Missing seatbelts.
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Any unauthorized repair.
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Incomplete/improper installation.
