McConnel SR460 - Sound; Personal Protective Equipment; The Machine & the Environment

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2.7 Sound
The air noise level created by the machine under operating conditions was detected using a sound level meter
with integrator.
The measurements were carried out in accordance with ISO 1680-2 with the machine.
Tests performed under the conditions indicated by the standard produced the following results:
Machine Tractor With Open Cab Tractor With Closed Cab
SR460 95dB 81dB
SR620 97dB 83dB
SR820 100dB 85dB
Table 2.4 – SR460/620/820 Sound Readings
2.8 Personal Protective Equipment
Operators should be wearing sufficient personal protection
equipment (PPE) to protect them from hearing, respiratory and
impact damages.
When working in an unsealed cab or where windows and apertures
are open to the environment, operators are advised to wear suitable
eye and ear protection, a facemask (depending on conditions) and
eye protection.
When handling cutting surfaces or hydraulic equipment, operators
are advised to wear suitable gloves.
When clearing blockages, clearing wire, or working with pressurised
hydraulic components, operators are advised to wear suitable eye
protection and suitable gloves.
Ensure that non-baggy clothing is worn to reduce the chance of
entanglement and snagging on components.
Figure 2.6- PPE Items
When working at the work site, but off the tractor unit, operators are advised to wear a ‘high-viz’ garment.
2.9 The Machine & The Environment
Below are the minimum provisions to be followed in order to reduce the risk of environmental impact connected
to the use of the machine:
 If the Country where the machine is used foresees specific sound emission limits, it is best to adapt to
the provisions in these standards, if necessary, being supplied with suitable protective equipment
(earplugs, muffs, etc.).
 It is mandatory to respect current legislation of the Country where the machine is used, related to use
and disposal of lubricants and products used for machine cleaning and maintenance, observing the
recommendations of the manufacturer of those products.
 If replacing worn parts or during demolition, one must follow anti-pollution laws foreseen in the country
where the machine is used.
 It is prohibited to pour products used for cleaning or polluting substances into the sewerage drain, on
the ground, in watercourses, or into the environment.
 It is mandatory to collect products used for cleaning and polluting substances in appropriate
containers, store them and deliver them to companies authorised for their disposal.