Machinery and Vehicle Hazards

All machinery requires training by Rikon Projects management before use. 

There is a 30kph speed limit on farm.

• Tractors - use only as trained and approved. Always check for birds nest. Be familiar with areas too dangerous, steep or soft to drive tractor - refer to hazard map. Check quick hitch for wear.

• Hilux - use within limits. This is the vehicle most likely to slide in wet conditions.

• Quad bikes - use only as trained. 

• Two wheeler motorbikes - use only as trained.

• Herbst tip trailer - don't move while tipping. Don't use quick hitch. Use a safety chain.

• Silage wagon - don't climb inside while tractor is running as the moving floor, chains and spikes are a hazard. Use a safety chain.

• 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.

• Flat bed trailer - use safety chain and secure load.

• Marshall and WSF feed trailers - monitor for flat tyres.

• Post rammer - use hearing protection and never put hands on post.

• Direct Drill - use front end loader to load drill but don't get under bag of seed or fertiliser.

• Roller and cultivation equipment.

• Quad spray unit - trailer. Use at safe speeds and allow for extra 100kg when stopping. Agrichemical hazard applies - see general hazards.

• Quad spray unit - mounted. Maximum 50L. Don't use on hills due to higher centre of gravity. Agrichemical hazard applies - see general hazards.

• Mag Spreader - allow for extra weight.

• Calf Trailer - check for deflated tyres. Ensure cage is secure. Floor is a slippery surface, particularly if wet or has milk spilt on it.