Results from inspections of farmer-installed rollover protective structures

J Agromedicine. 2011 Jan;16(1):19-29. doi: 10.1080/1059924X.2011.532762.

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.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Accidents, Occupational / prevention & control
  • Agriculture* / statistics & numerical data
  • Equipment Failure / statistics & numerical data*
  • Health Promotion / economics
  • Health Promotion / methods
  • Humans
  • Motor Vehicles / economics
  • Motor Vehicles / standards*
  • Motor Vehicles / statistics & numerical data
  • New York
  • Protective Devices / economics
  • Protective Devices / standards*