Machines get made to help us complete a task fast and accurately. Preparing chopped fodder for twenty cattle can leave a hurting arm and consume a lot of time. With a feed chopper machine, the twenty cattle will have enough to feed within a short time.
Hospitals have been receiving chopped arms, fingers, and limbs cases in the recent past. 95% of machinery accidents are preventable. Prevention of such accidents is a total responsibility of the machine handler. Simple steps like reading a machine manual could cut the possibility of accidents by more than half. Let’s see some of the precautions to take when handling feed-cutting machines.
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User Competency
The knowledge of operating a feed cutting machine should always be a priority. Training is necessary for one who may want to work soon. Before turning it on, ensure the operator has seen and read the manual for clarity. Have a medical background check to ensure no underlying conditions like epilepsy. It would pose a significant danger to operate it when drunk or high on the drug as it impairs judgment and vision, leading to severe injuries.
Working Area safety
Every working area should be conducive and accommodating to the task at hand. The room hosting the feed cutting machine should at all-time be clean and dry. Spillage of liquids can lead to severe accidents. Also, ensure the space is free from explosives or highly flammable that may lead to torching the house. Ensure there are no distractions like having pets around, children, or just a group of friends. Distraction brings about loss of control hence increasing the chances of an accident.
Electric Safety
Electricity is hazardous and can kill. Some of the brands do manufacture some machines to operate with electricity. To put the accidents at bay, avoid modified sockets, body contact with the earthed wire and naked wires, work in a dry room without any wetness or dampness and use suitable outdoor extensions to avoid shock or a blown a fuse. With the raised electricity connectivity rate, most people opt for electric machines, making feed chopper machine price in Kenya very competitive.
Personal Safety
As the machine cuts, debris and particles jump-off, with protective gear like masks, goggles, footwear, and hearing aid. Avoid putting your finger in to push the fodder as that may cause loss of fingers. As machines are made of moving parts, wearing loose clothes, jewelry, or loosely tied hair may be caught by one of the moving parts leading to bodily harm. Never become complacent with the usage of the machine and ignore safety measures to keep away from injuries.
Machine Use & Care
The machine itself requires frequent servicing. Using a fault machine may lead to accidents like, electrocution, cuts, and bruises. Very important to switch off the device after use to save on battery and keep others safe. Those with experience should only handle the machine, and any trainee should only operate with a guide. Identify mostly worn out and have spares ready. In case of breakdowns, let a professional fix them to avoid errors.
Conclusion
The most significant responsibility on the shoulder of the machine operator is to ensure that preventable accidents are preventable by all means. By observing the simple rules and guidelines, these accidents shall be a thing of the past. Feed choppers come in 3 types, handheld, diesel, and electricity, and the variety is there to give the customer an option to buy as per needs and requirements. In case the machine breakdown before the warranty expires, return to manufacture for better analysis.
