MacDon FD70 for Combine Operators - Manual (Page 22)

SECTION 3. SAFETY
Form 169006
20
Revision D
3.4 GENERAL SAFETY
CAUTION
The following are general farm safety
precautions that should be part of your
operating procedure for all types of
machinery.
 Protect yourself. When assembling,
operating and servicing machinery, wear
all the protective clothing and personal
safety devices that COULD be necessary
for the job at hand. Don't take chances.
 You may need:
 a hard hat.
 protective shoes with slip resistant
soles.
 protective glasses or goggles.
 heavy gloves.
 wet weather gear.
 respirator or filter mask.
 hearing protection. Be aware that
prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause impairment or loss of
hearing. Wearing a suitable hearing
protective device such as ear muffs
(A) or ear plugs (B) protects against
objectionable or loud noises.
 Provide a first-aid kit for use in case of
emergencies.
 Keep a fire extinguisher on the machine.
Be sure the extinguisher is properly
maintained and be familiar with its proper
use.
 Keep young children away from
machinery at all times.
 Be aware that accidents often happen
when the Operator is tired or in a hurry to
get finished. Take the time to consider the
safest way. Never ignore warning signs of
fatigue.
 Wear close-fitting
clothing and cover
long hair. Never wear
dangling items such
as scarves or
bracelets.
 Keep hands, feet,
clothing and hair
away from moving parts. Never attempt to
clear obstructions or objects from a
machine while the engine is running.
 Keep all shields in place. Never alter or
remove safety equipment. Make sure
driveline guards can rotate independently
of the shaft and can telescope freely.
A
B