sufficient for safe operation. In these limited
circumstances, removal of the ROPS may be
necessary. However, all fixed ROPS should be
re-installed immediately after the low clearance
condition of operation has passed.
Foldable ROPS should only be folded down
when absolutely necessary and should be
folded up and locked again immediately after
the low clearance condition of operation has
passed. Seat belts are an integral part of any
ROPS and should always be used. However,
the seat belt should not be used when a fold-
able ROPS is down, or a fixed ROPS is
removed.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY ITEMS
Consider outfitting your equipment with a first
aid kit, a small tool kit for minor repairs, and a
fire extinguisher. Be sure these items are within
easy reach and are secure.
SAFETY LABELS
Read and follow the messages they provide
for your safety and the safety of others. In
particular, be familiar with the
“Safety Alert”
symbols: “Danger”,“Warning” and
“Caution”. Keep safety labels clean and free
fr
om obstr
ucting material. Replace damaged
or missing labels with new ones. If a com-
ponent having a safety label is r
eplaced, make
sure a new safety label is attached in the same
location on the new part.
DRESS PROPERLY
Well-fitted, belted clothing is a must. Flared
pants, shirt tails, scarves and other loose
clothing are too easily (and too often) caught in
moving parts or controls. Further protect
yourself from this hazard of entanglement by
wearing long hair under a hat or net and by
avoiding jewelry. Invest in sturdy, safety work
shoes or boots with non-skid soles and steel toe
caps; wear eye and hearing protection as
appropriate or required. Protect yourself from
the sun in summer and the cold in winter. Take
extra care with cold weather and rain gear.
Heavy work gloves are a plus, as are safety
goggles or sunglasses with shatter-proof lenses.
CHECK THE WORK AREA
Know in advance where
hidden ditches, large rocks,
stumps or any other debris
is located. Be wary of tall
grass – it can cover
hazards. Walk the area
first to be sure. Make
sure the area
is clear of
children
and
animals.
WHO’S YOUR OPERATOR?
Please pay particular attention as to who
operates your tractor. For example, someone
with a short attention span and a tendency to
be irresponsible or a person who is tired are not
good candidates. Be sure the operator reads
and understands the Operator
’s Manual(s); is
familiar with the tractor; and is fully aware of
his or her responsibilities. Have young opera-
tors take the 4-H or FF
A Tractor Program for
new operators. Be aware of your own responsi-
bilities under OSHA
r
egulations and local laws
r
elating to tractors and tractor operation.
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