General

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B. Operation

15.

General

15.1.

Operator

15.1.1.

All operators of tractors should—

(a) be in good health;

(b) be adequately trained and, when required, properly licensed;

(c) obtain and r«ad the operating manual before using a tractor

for the first time;

(d) wear adequate and well-fitting footwear maintained in good

repair;

(e) wear snug-fitting clothing; and

(f) keep hands, feet and clothing away from all moving parts.

15.2.

Starting of tractor

15.2.1.

Before starting a tractor, the operator should—

(a) clear all material from the cab floor and all mud, ice or snow

from the pedals;

(b) inspect each machine to make certain that it is properly ad-

justed and in good working condition;

(c) lubricate working parts, tighten all loose parts and secure

safety shields in place; and

(d) place all controls in neutral.

15.3.

Operating conditions

15.3.1.

Tractors should not be started or operated in build-

ings unless conditions are such that there is no risk of fire or con-

tamination of the air.

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