Safety of corn harvesters, information and training delivered to
operators, summary risk assessment |
EDITION 01/2016
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D.2.
Adjustments
The header can be adjusted manually from the ground or automatically from the driver
seat.
When the adjustments are performed manually, comply with the following directives.
Risks
Directives
Solutions
Crushing,
entrapment
between header
and combine due
to a fall or
movement of the
machine.
Consolidated Law
81/08
Machinery
Directive
2006/42/EC
ISO 11684:1995
Operate with the engine turned off and the
control panel key removed from the combine.
Equip the header with suitable warning signs
affixed in the vicinity of the dangerous areas.
Use suitable PPE. Equip the machine with an
instructions manual and operate as
prescribed in said manual.
All controls must be clearly visible, identifiable
and, if necessary, bearing a suitable marking.
They also have to be conveniently placed
outside of hazard zones.
D.3.
Using the header in the field
During use, the sunflower header may be subject to different types of risk. Table 2
shows some precautions to adopt in the different working phases.
Table 2 - Precautions to adopt in the working phases
Proceed with cautions during transfers, in particular on uneven ground.
Should unusual bumps or vibrations occur, stop the combine immediately and search for the
cause.
Make sure there are is no one standing around the machine or in its vicinity. Pay particular
attention to young children and pets. It is recommended that third persons stay some tens of
meters away from the header.
Before switching on the combine engine, ensure that all the protections are properly
positioned in their intended places.
Choose a suitable operating speed that suits ground condition and that is in conformity with
the directions given in the instruction manual.
The dust generated from the use of the header may cause breathing difficulties to the
operator. It is strictly recommended to keep cab doors and windows closed while working. In
the absence of the cab, it is recommended to adopt respirator masks and adequate clothing
able to cover the body as much as possible in order to avoid skin rashes.
Sunflower plants may reach considerable heights. While working, pay special attention to the
possible presence of people and pets.
In case of engine flooding, proceed with repair operations ensuring that the engine is
switched off.
