The Wales Farm Safety Partnership, of which NFU Cymru are a member, are using this quarter to highlight the risks associated with working with machinery. Use the information below to make sure you remain safe.
With sit-a-side ATV and other vehicles, always wear a seatbelt, if the vehicle provides one
All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) drivers must wear a suitable and approved ATV helmet
Always maintain vehicles, trailers and any trailed implements or attachments in good order – routinely and regularly check tyre pressure, brakes and throttle
Always secure any loads and make sure they are evenly balanced
Always follow Safe Stop
Do not...
Drive or operate an ATV unless you are fully trained and competent
Take risks on uneven or sloping ground which can lead to overturning
All drivers/operators must be trained and competent
Only operate controls from the safe driving or operating position and make sure all drivers/operators know how to use them correctly
Always ensure the vehicle or machine is in *Safe Stop mode before undertaking any maintenance tasks or checks, either in the field or the workshop
Check all necessary guards are in position and in good order. Make sure you know what guards should be there and check they are securely in-position and in safe working order
Regularly inspect all vehicles/machines to ensure they are properly maintained
Always follow Safe Stop
Do not...
Operate powered equipment unless the Power Take-Off (PTO) drive shaft is fully protected by properly designed guards which are secured by chain to prevent the guard rotating
Operate a machine if you are not trained and competent to use it
Eligible farmers registered with Farming Connect can apply for a wide range of training courses on many different aspects of farm safety. All funded by up to 80%.
You can also undertake a fully funded e-learning module on farm Health & Safety, which is a requirement if you want to apply for any Farming Connect machinery handling courses.
Once you have submitted your query someone from NFU Cymru will contact you. If needed, your query will then be passed to the appropriate NFU policy team.
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