3.5 Keep Riders off Machine
• Only allow the operator on the machine. Keep riders off.
• Riders on machine are subject to injury such as being struck by foreign
objects and being thrown off of the machine.
• Riders also obstruct the operator’s view resulting in the machine being
operated in an unsafe manner.
3.6 Wear Protective Clothing
• Wear close fitting cloth and safety equipment appropriate to the
job.
• Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss
of hearing.
• Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or
earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud
noises.
• Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the
operator. Do not wear radio or music headphones while
operating the machine.
3.7 Transport Safety
• Tractor brakes should be coupled.
• Engage a lower gear when going down steep hills or grades.
• Always operate at reasonable and safe speeds.
• Prevent collisions between other road users and slow-moving equipment operating on public roads.
• Frequently check for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, and use turn signal lights.
• Keep others away from the machine.
• It is absolutely prohibited to carry passenger and animal on the implement.
• For better stability and operator safety, make sure the tractor is correctly ballasted.
• If the tractor has a safety ROLL-GARD canopy, keep your seatbelt fastened during transport operations.
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