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Stop and let al.,pia and
stean. escape:
8. , On public wads observe trot,
fie regulations and identify
pment , with the SMV
.. emblem,
9. Put all controls iIh neutral be-
fore starting .the engine.
Never attempt to operate a
machine unless you are on the
operator's platform. •,
10: Keep operator's platform,
pedals, steps, steering wheel, ,
free of dirt, trash and grease.
11. Set drawbar in lowest posi-
tion when hitching to a heavy
load.
12. Pull only frorg the drawbar;
newer hitch to the axle hous-
ings. Shift transmission to
neutral. and lock the brakes
before. dismounting to hitch
implements.
13. Keep safety shielding in place
when using the power take-
off, (PTO).
14. Only the operator should ride
on the tractor.
15. Keep children away from
tractors and equipment.
16: Reduce speed before making
a turn or applying brakes.
17. When travelling on public
roads or from field to field,
lock brake pedals together for
simultaneous operation when
making a stop. Ensure that
brakes are evenly adjusted.
18. Operate tractor inside build-
ings only when doors and
windows are open, to avoid
carbon monoxide poisoning.
19. Do not remove belt while
pulley is in motion..
20. Do not dismount while tractor
is in motion. '
21. Disengage PTO before dis-
mounting.
22. Lower all equipment before
leaving tractor.
23. Do not attempt to work under
hydraulicly operated equip-
ment unless adequate block-
iti
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fw
Tractor accidents kill more
than a hundred people in Canada
each year. Many more are hurt
and much property is damaged.
Thousands of valuable man hours
are lost.
Tractor accidents can be pre-
vented. The following tips for
safe tractor operation should be
observed:
1. Provide protection for opera-
tors to minimize .injuries if
upsets occur by installing
protective frames or crush -
resistant cab and seat belts.
2. Avoid fire, do not refuel hot or
naming engines and do not
smoke while refueling. Do not
start engine immediately if
fuel has been spilled on or
near it.
3. Carry a fire extinguisher and
first aid kit on tractor. They
may save a life and thousands
of dollars in equipment.
4. Keep brakes, steering mecha-
nisms, clutch and hydraulics
in proper adjustment.
5. Reduce tractor tipping haz-
ards by spreading tractor
wheels as far as possible. Be
extra careful operating on
slopes, rough ground, near
ditches and embankments or
when pulling with a cable or
chain. Attach equipment or..
chains only to recommended
points.
6. Oil, grease and service quip-
ment before starting, not
while the engine is running.
7. Before removing pressure
radiator cap, when engine is
ing
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24. When stuck sad YOU, OM*
Out, .
�.. _ . A Cyt ohain logs,
poles or fence rateto drove
wheels, chassls may revolve
around the axle g wheels are
stuck - get help.
25. When hitching or unhitching
edwpment stand to one Olde
of the pole. Don't straddle it.
. Block wheels before hitching.
This is not a job for children,
Make sure the tractor opera-
tor can see you.
26. To prevent damage to hear-
ing wear ear plugs or acoustic
ear muffs on sustained trac-
tor operations.
combines
To rte, the
fire ;haw*,
off , and allow.it to
c
o .th�h�
before refuting, Keep trash a r
chaff away from engine
foldss. Cheek for and repair f
system leaks. Watch
habits. Keep the engine
repair and operate wi(
capacity.
Take time to check off the
following ' combine sof y
measures and note tho.!!e which
may have been overlooked.
1. Always shut off power before
cleaning, adjusting or -
vicing. a
2. Keep small children out 'or
work areas. a`
3. Prohibit extra riders om tree?'
tors, combines, and wagons.`
4. Make sure shields aiid'gua#r:;
are in place over power shaf tL,'.
and drive mechanisms.
5. Check to see that everyone is
in the clear before star:
machine or moving forward or
backWard with any machiin.
6. Have machinery and storage
facilities in good repair and
ready for use.
7. Give extra supervision and
instructions to inexPerienced
operators 'and workers. sr
8.. Use added caution when work'
ing near exposed moving parts '
or portable elevators and'
wagon unloaders. .
Disengage the,PTO shut off
the tractor engine hefOre Whin-
ing the cutter bar, ,mom 7
adjustment or lubricating We
mowers.
Be certain .every ne is clear
before starting.
Constantly wateh for children,
obstacles, animals and',,ground
hazards such as holes covered by
hay.
When raising the cutter bar, to
transport position keep fingers
well away from the cutting parts.
Also be sure the PTO is disen-
gaged and that the cutter bar is
securely fa*tened so it can not
fall down during transport.
To prevent injury .to hands,
handle the knife (sickle) with
'respect when removing, sharpen-
ing or repairing it.
Fatalities and;in juries need not
happen if proper precautions are
followed. Before operating a
combine read and observe the in-
structions in the manuals. Keep
machinery in good condition, and
well maintained, that includes,
shields, brakes, chains, belts,
tires,.. engine electrical systems,
and controls. Keep all guards in
place when operating. If combine
is PTO operated from the tractor
always keep PTO shaft shielded.
Before running an engine inside a
building be sure to open doors
and windows.
Equip the combine with a dry
chemical fire extinguisher of at
least a five -pound" capacity.
Mount it for easy access from
either the seat or ground. The
cost of an extinguisher is negli-
gable compared to the invest-
ment in harvesting equipment.
Power** efuelit,
Keep every f the wagon
w a bale with
bale ejectio unit, •
iorage..plow.0!t
. 3.
4`.
balers
5.
6.
Have shields and guards in
placae before starting work.
See that blower pipes are
securely attached' together and to
the silo or barn before starting.
Climbing over the drive belt or
PTO shaft is hazardous. Walk
around instead.
Don't open the cleanout door
while the blower fan is running.
Keep hands and feet clear of
conveyor auger.
Take care not to catch a pitch-
fork the conveyor or blower
fan.
7.
8.
9.
loharvest Beeklenti invOlve
running ..
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Whil0.operaThey.
are there for your plc,
Stay. clear of move;
Bun equipment the ,fieldas
outlined operatoramanuala,
Alway9 note and follow all
.safety precautions.
Forbid extra ' riders. Keep
small children away from
work areas and equipnent.
Keep . equipment in good.
operating condition. A fire
extinguisher and fust aid kit
should be carried on the rig.
Train a ,young operator thor-
oughly.. Besure he .can handle
the,equipment safely and 'con-
fidently before pitting him
to Flo Soo:
Older persons should be aware
of , any physical, limitations
that affect their ability to work
safely, then make, allowances
for them.
Watch for field hazards, and
obstructions. Adjust operating
speeds to field conditions , to
reduce clogging the machines.
adequate 1
dttOigat'
gine exhaust a
to
children , a
inacKnell
eliMb en
unlOading
MIL
pi
Before opera'
-carefully read to
insstraetions an
following
1. Make sure-
.
ure t
who* we
ssirt►
2. Don't smoke' when fiilirj
gas tank.. Don't wrap the
around ' hands , when start:
tie`,engine.
3. When `operating two-'
power chain saw, the
- man should hold the ssa'
by she,, handle,
4. When cutting, 'set ttheM1 °Saw'
"fingers" tight against #b
wood being cut. °
5. Stop thechain'when the
not in a cut, shut off the h
before ligoving, making
adjustmetits, or replacing' 1
guide rail.
6. Carry the saw with the blade is
the rear.
Keep all guards and shields in
'place. Before servicing or adjust-
ing the baler, removing bales or
clogs, or hitching on a wagon
always:
1. Disengage the power and if
possible stop engine.
"2. Wait until the flywheel has
stopped rotating.
3. Don't pull hay from the
pick-up when the machine is
running.
4. Don't pull or remove twine or
wire from the bale case or
knotter when the machine is
moving.
5. Be sure the flywheel is , not
moved when working on
knives.
6. Always shut „off the auxiliary
operate a mower only at PTO,
rpm's and ground travel speeds it
was designed for. Make sure the
mastei PTO shield and dritke`
shields are in place, and in good
condition. ,
corn pickers
elevatorsand
grain. augers -
There is no need to become,in-
volved in acorn harvest accident.
The safety rules are simple and
can be put into practice easily.
The basic rules listed below are
suggested for the operation of
corn harvest rigs.
1. Always shut off power before
unclogging, clearing or servic-
ing harvest equipment:. Most
Portable elevators and grain
augers are leading time and
labour savers..They are however,
involved in many aceidents. Add
a safety track to the elevator, if it
is the type that may collapse.
Keep elevators and augers in
good condition: Hoisting cranks
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