Hey guys! Today, we are going to talk about an extremely important topic: accidents involving agricultural tractors in Brazil. In this video, we're going to explore the main reasons for these accidents and show the two most common types: rollovers and accidents with implements that use the PTO of agricultural tractors.
Let's understand the causes behind these accidents and reflect on the importance of safety in the field. Overturning, especially lateral overturning, and rearing, are serious accidents that occur with agricultural tractors and can result in serious injuries and even loss of life. Only to give you an idea, in Brazil 60% of accidents are due to the overturning of agricultural machinery.
Let's get to know the main causes of these accidents: Irregular, sloping or unstable terrain can increase the risk of the vehicle overturning tractor. It is essential to carefully assess the terrain before operating the vehicle, avoiding areas with steep slopes or unstable soils. Narrow roads, in poor traffic conditions, or even with mud and quagmire are suitable places for the occurrence of accidents.
When the tractor is coupled with a trailer then it is one more risk factor to be taken into account, as usually in these cases the machine is towing a lot of weight, overloading the braking system and causing serious accidents. Excessive speed is one of the main causes of rollovers. The agricultural tractor has a high center of gravity, which makes it important to maintain a safe speed during the operation.
Speed control and moderation are essential to avoid serious accidents. Making very sharp turns or sudden maneuvers can unbalance the tractor, leading to rollover. It is necessary to be careful when carrying out maneuvers and adopt a smooth and stable driving.
Machines that receive little or no proper maintenance are more likely to have accidents. The braking system and the steering system are two of those that cause the most breakdowns, and therefore serious accidents. Preventive maintenance would avoid major part of the tragedies that affect tractor drivers in Brazil.
Unfortunately on most farms In this immense Brazil, the tractor only goes to maintenance when it breaks down. . .
and look there! ! Most agricultural tractors, especially the older ones, do not have the Structures Rollover Protection, called EPC, are adequate.
These structures are designed to protect the operator in case of rollover. It is essential to ensure that the tractors used are equipped with certified EPC. According to the US Occupational Health Agency, the use of this protective structure would reduce around 70% of overturning injuries to tractor drivers.
A somewhat unusual factor is the lack of training and practice of some tractor drivers, commonly called shaving, which plague many who work with tractors, but who does not have much intimacy with the direction of these large and imposing agricultural machines. There are tractor drivers who are not very aware of space or who do not know the machine very well they are working on, promoting all sorts of shabbiness and recklessness. In addition to rollovers, another common type of accident involves agricultural implements that use the tractor's power take-off, the so-called PTO or PTO, the cardan shaft being the part that causes the most accidents.
Let's understand the main causes of these accidents: Many accidents occur due to lack of knowledge about procedures safety when coupling or uncoupling the implements. It is essential to follow the manufacturer's instructions and receive adequate training for the correct operation of this equipment. Poorly maintained agricultural implements or those with worn parts represent risks significant.
It is necessary to carry out regular inspections and keep the implements in good condition of conservation. Regularly check parts, coupling systems and structural integrity of implements can help prevent accidents related to mechanical failures. Agricultural implements often have protective devices, as security shieldshook and protective covers for the power take-off.
However, many accidents occur due to incorrect use or removal these security devices. It is crucial to use all protection devices according to the manufacturer's guidelines, guaranteeing safety during operation. The operation of agricultural implements requires specific training.
Lack of knowledge about the correct operating and safety procedures increases the risk of accidents. Yeah It is essential that operators receive adequate training on the safe use of these implements. Another common mistake is improvisations, true gambiarras, such as the use of rods, nails, wires and others, in place of pins in the union of the ends of the axles of tractors and implements.
Absurd numbers A survey by the Botucatu Faculty of Medicine revealed absurd numbers: -65% of accidents occurred with tractors, 51% with PTO; -82% of the operators involved had permanent sequelae, in addition to having an average hospital stay of 45 days; -85% of the injured operators stated that they had not received training or guidance for operating the machine; -The main causes of accidents were: 51% due to lack of attention and awareness 25% due to lack of training and guidance; -78% of those injured were small and medium-sized rural producers. Overturns, power take-offs and falls were the more frequent accidents and with the highest number of serious injuries. Field safety is everyone's responsibility.
Accidents involving tractors agricultural accidents, such as rollovers and accidents with implements, are tragic events that can be avoided. It is essential to be aware of the main causes of these accidents, such as terrain conditions, inadequate speed, lack of protective structures, lack of knowledge of safety procedures and lack of adequate training. I hope this video was informative and that it raised the importance of safety when dealing with agricultural tractors and implements.
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