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Never use a machine if guards are missing or damaged.
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Never use a machine on which the hydraulic system shows signs of wear or damage.
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Never f
it, or use, a machine on a tractor that does not meet the manufacturer’s
minimum specification level.
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Never use a machine fitted to a tractor that does not have suitable front, rear and
side(s) cab guarding made of metal mesh or polycarbonate.
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Never use the machine if the tractor cab guarding is damaged, deteriorating or badly
fitted.
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Never turn a machine cutting head to an angle that causes debris to be ejected
towards the cab.
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Never start or continue to work a machine if people are nearby or approaching - Stop
and wait until they are at a safe distance before continuing. WARNING: Some Cutting
Heads may continue to ‘freewheel’ for up to 40 seconds after being stopped.
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Never attempt to use a machine on materials in excess of its capability.
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Never use a machine to perform a task it has not been designed to do.
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Never operate the tractor or machine controls from any position other than from the
driving seat, especially whilst hitching or unhitching the machine.
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Never carry out maintenance of a machine or a tractor whilst the engine is running
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the engine should be switched off, the key removed and pocketed.
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Never leave a machine unattended in a raised position
– it should be lowered to the
ground in a safe position on a level firm site.
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Never leave a tractor with the key in or the engine running.
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Never carry out maintenance on any part or component of a machine that is raised
unless that part or component has been properly substantially braced or supported.
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Never attempt to detect a hydraulic leak with your hand
– use a piece of cardboard.
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Never allow children near to, or play on, a tractor or machine under any circumstances.
