Machinery and Vehicle Hazards
All machinery requires training before use. Click here for training record.
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.
- Hilux - 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.