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Results from inspections of farmer-installed rollover protective structures
Julie A Sorensen1, Tony McKenzie, Mark Purschwitz
1Department of the Bassett Healthcare Network, New York Center for Agricultural Medicine and Health, Cooperstown, New York, USA. julie.sorensen@bassett.org
Abstract:
This study sought to assess the feasibility of self-installing rollover protective structures (ROPS) and to identify any patterns of self-installation deficiencies in a sample of New York ROPS Retrofit Rebate Program participants. Inspection engineers looked for/at damage, rust, holes, deteriorated welding, location of attachment, axle housing, the presence of original plates/bolts, and adequate seatbelt installation. Results indicated that only 31% of farmers received correct parts and also installed these parts properly. Ten percent of self-installed tractors had installation problems so severe they were referred to a dealer for correction. Issues with seatbelts, torque, and unmarked or defective bolts in ROPS kits were also detected.
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