AGRICULTURAL SAFETY TOPICS –
ROTARY AGRICULTURE MOwER
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Hazard risks increase when equipment is not well maintained. Know the proper maintenance procedures.
Check machinery for loose parts and blade sharpness. Replace blades that are too dull to sharpen. Rotary
mowers are equipped with runners and safety guards. To avoid excessive wear on the runners, keep the
mower just high enough to avoid riding on the runner shoes.
Keep all guards in place and well maintained. Use chain or belt guards to reduce the possibility of objects
being thrown from under the mower. PTO's must be shielded.
Safety tips:
Keep all guards in place.
Drive cautiously and know the area.
Always read the owner's/operator's manual.
Keep others away from the area being mowed.
No riders.
Wear a seat belt when the tractor is equipped with ROPS.
Review The Following Points:
Know the capabilities of the mower.
Check for debris, holes and obstacles prior to mowing.
Add tractor weights and wider tires if needed.
Know and follow maintenance procedures.
Keep all guards in place at all times.
Based upon: Ohio State University Extension. Rotary Mower. Retrieved from website http://ohioline.osu.edu/atts/modules.html
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