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Other conditions may require imminent service
but may not render the unit immediately unusable,
examples are:
• Faded paint.
• Faded, hard to read ROPS/FOPS label.
• Slightly corroded mounting hardware.
ROPS/FOPS must be inspected immediately after any
type of collision, rollover or impact. If any damage
is evident, the ROPS/FOPS must be removed from
service, repaired and/or replaced.
When a ROPS/FOPS is removed or reinstalled,
mounting hardware must be examined for signs of
over stressing. Damaged mounting hardware must be
replaced with proper specification hardware before
placing the ROPS/FOPS back in service.
Properly maintained seatbelts are essential to
compliment the operator crush protection designed
into the ROPS. All seatbelt and/or seatbelt anchorage
systems that show evidence of cuts, fraying or wear,
significant discolorations due to exposure to the
elements, heavily soiled especially with oil, grease,
or fuel, or any type of damage must be immediately
replaced, regardless of age.
Operators are to be instructed to properly adjust and
use seatbelts at all times.
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