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BASIC SAFETY
Many agricultural machines have potentially dangerous moving parts, which can cause serious or fatal
injuries. Remember;
1.
Read ALL warning labels on the machine and ensure you understand operating instructions
2.
Turn off the tractor before removing any guards, blockages or servicing the machine
3.
Never use your hands or fingers to check for hydraulic oil leaks
4.
Keep at least 15 metres distance from the spinner discs when operating
5.
Do not use the machine in steep areas where there is a high-risk of rollover occurring.
OPERATIONAL CHECK
Before you start work with a machine there are a few basic checks that can be carried out. Ask yourself:
1.
Is the machine you intend to use suitable for the job e.g. in good working order and safe to use?
2.
Are all safety devices such as guards in place and working correctly?
3.
Are there any known mechanical defects – pay particular attention to items such as wheels and tyres,
and moving parts?
4.
Are you (or the operator) properly trained to do this job/use this machine?
5.
Has the instruction manual for the machine been provided, read and understood?
6.
Is the right personal protective equipment (PPE) available and worn?
7.
Has a risk assessment been carried out?
8.
Has the work been properly planned and communicated to those who may be at risk?
9.
Is the machine operator competent to do the job safely?
10. Hitching and attachment points for trailed machinery, check that it has been safely attached to the
towing vehicle such as a tractor. Pay attention to the condition of drawbar/pick-up hitch, and hitch rings,
pins, clips etc.
11. Carry out any pre-use checks as specified in the operator’s manual.
HEALTH & SAFETY RISK ASSESSMENT
A hazard identification, assessment and control procedure has been conducted on a representative SAM
Fertiliser Spreader and where necessary appropriate risk control measures have been outlined below;
HAZARD
HARM
CONTROLS
Contact, impact or entanglement from
moving parts/ loose objects inc. gears,
chains, sprockets, spinner shafts and
discs, and wheels.
1. Deep cuts or amputation
2. Bruising
3. Fractures
Avoid wearing loose clothing,
jewelery or gloves - they increase the
risk of entanglement.
Stand a safe distance from the machine
when under operation.
Leaking hydraulic hoses and/or cou-
plings.
1. Leaking oil may get into skin
2. Skin and eye irritation
3. Breathing difficulties
Apply a programme preventive
maintenance (hydraulic hoses and
hydraulic hose couplings).
Leaking oil, or bulging or abraded hose
walls, must have faulty parts replaced.
Never use hands or fingers to
detect leaks.
Wear appropriate PPE
(personal protective equipment).
Tractor and/or Fertiliser Spreader roll-
over due to instability under varying
conditions and terrain.
1. Serious injury
2. Fatality
DO NOT use the machine in steep areas,
or on unstable ground.
BASIC SAFETY
