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Agricultural Safety Systems.

Authors :
McKenzie Jr., E. A.
Ronaghi, Mahmood
Powers Jr., John R.
Lutz, Timothy J.
Source :
Professional Safety. Jun2008, Vol. 53 Issue 6, p58-62. 5p.
Publication Year :
2008

Abstract

The article focuses on the effectiveness of the combination use of a rollover protective structure in conjunction with a seatbelt in reducing fatalities in the agricultural industry in the U.S. According to a research, tractor overturns have been identified as the leading cause of death in the industry, with more than 100 fatalities continuing to occur per year. To address the problem, the National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health has adopted a technology for used to protect drivers and passengers from overturn hazards when operating agricultural vehicles.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00990027
Volume :
53
Issue :
6
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Professional Safety
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
32478953