Stay safe around your augers this harvest
This harvest, protect yourself and your family with our five tips below.
1. Establish safe work zones
- Other than the operator, there shouldn’t be anyone in the defined work zone
- Children under 18 should not operate an auger
2. Shields and guards should always remain installed
- Key shields are PTO shaft guards
- Flighting should have intake screen
- Regularly inspect all shields to ensure they are in good condition
3. Entanglements
- To prevent entanglements, no loose or tattered clothing should be worn
- Jewelry should not be worn while operating an auger
- Missing or damaged PTO shields account for 70% of entanglements in PTO’s
4. Electrocutions
- Ensure your operators always lower the grain augers to the horizontal or transport position before moving
- Always take note of the location of all power lines at each work site
- Keep at least 10 feet away from overhead electrical wires
5. Changing Behavior
- Train employees to adequately recognize the degree of risk and choose behaviors that minimize potential injuries
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