Machinery and Vehicle Hazards

All machinery requires training before use.

There is a 30kph speed limit on farm.

• Tractors - use only as trained and approved. Always check for birds nest. Use earmuffs, except on Valtra.

• Ute - use within limits. This is the vehicle most likely to slide in wet conditions.

• Two wheeler motorbikes - use only as trained.

• Bale feeder - don't climb on while tractor is running as the moving floor, chains and spikes are a hazard.

• Mower - turn tractor off before working on mower or PTO. Only use if PTO is guarded. Check blades before use.

• Front end loader - always check bucket/grab/fork is attached and locked before driving off. Ensure legal overhang or use flags when driving on road.

• Fertiliser spreader - turn tractor off before working on PTO. Don't climb inside the fert spreader. Take care on hills with high centre of gravity. Don't get underneath fertiliser bags.

• Post rammer - use hearing protection and never put hands on post.

• Roller and cultivation equipment. No passengers due to crushing and entanglement risks.

• Tractor Spray Unit - high centre of gravity. Take care on hills.

• Baler - don't attempt to unblock while it is running.

• Slurry tanker - always have a run-out option available in case of loss of traction.