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Silage Safety 2020

August 31, 2020 by devguy

Working with silage is one of the most dangerous aspects of farm work. That is why silage safety is so important, even during the Pandemic related restraints of 2020. Given the sheer number of obstacles that the average worker is facing during this difficult time, why add preventable accidents to the mix? That is why Hitchcock Inc is going to take the time today to explain what you can do to keep it safe around silage.  

Hitchcock begins by reminding you to always have a buddy for silage work. Working in pairs allows farm workers to remain in communication and stay visible while preparing silage. What matters is next is not overfilling the silage. Never fill higher than what unloading equipment can reach. Proper technique will allow your silage fill to be performed with caution and without obstruction.

When selecting silage equipment, the feedout face should be of utmost concern. Regarding safety, most possible accidents begin when a worker mishandles the feedout. But, what should you keep in mind regarding this? The rules are simple. Never stand too close to the feedout face. If you are on top of a silage pile, stay six feet away from the feedout. Also, when sampling silage, get your sample from the loader bucket.

Chain Floor Truck Box Silage Safety

At Hitchcock, our contributions to silage are direct. You will find a variety of Used Chain Floor Trailers and Truck Boxes. These big silage movers also feature 24” silage extenders to help making filling and transporting silage into a safe endeavor. While we focus on one part of the silage journey at our business, we feel that sharing these tips makes for a safer industry. However, there is one last point that we need to touch upon.

Finally, do not enter the silo for 72 hours or 3 days after filling. It is important to ventilate a silo with the help of another worker. After all, you do not want the possibility of being exposed to toxic gas. How will you know if there is toxic gas in your silo? Well, if you see yellow-orange or brown gas oozing out of the silage, stay clear.

Then there is the matter of carbon dioxide. Colorless and often odorless, many accidents happen when new season silages are opened and strike down an errant worker trying to do the job alone. While a lot of these silage safety tips will be familiar to old farm hands, it pays to keep them fresh in mind. So, take caution and work smart to see the next season.

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Hitchcock Inc stresses road safety during silage season!

August 31, 2020 by devguy

Silage season is upon us, and what does that mean for our roadways? In farming communities, pedestrian and passenger vehicle traffic has increased with harvest season upon us and school back in session in most areas, and that means added stress on heavy silage trailer drivers. How do you compensate as a heavy equipment driver with extra traffic on the roadways? Hitchcock’s is here to help.

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Heavy silage safety tips

The increase in agricultural traffic in 2020 means more farming vehicles driving alongside civilian traffic. Agricultural vehicles are required to follow all rules of the road. Ag drivers must have appropriate licensing and insurance, as well as fully operational lights in the front and rear of the vehicle.

When driving with a silage trailer, always make sure you can perform a proper stop. This means allowing yourself enough time to come to a full and complete stop. This is especially important to remember on the farm roadways that are not as well marked.  Be sure to stay alert for all traffic!

It all starts with preparation

Always remember to conduct safety meetings with your silage crew before each day. Make it clear that your expectations for safe driving speed and proper driving protocol are to be followed. That means not having distractions or non-work-related passengers in the cab with any driver. Whether by radio or other means, keep clear and constant lines of communication open with the silage trailer driver. This can help them avoid traffic or weather-related delays that could put your silage transport in danger on the roadways.

Be sure to make sure that all marker lights and tail lights are working properly and are visible.   Make sure all your mirrors are clean and angled properly so you can see pedestrians and other low-profile hazards. All support is good support when we are playing it safe and keeping everyone protected on the road.

Farmer and driver liabilities

Several states do not require farms to cover trucks with open loads of farm product such as silage. If you are in one of these states, you need to be aware of flying debris. Liability also comes into play for other issues such as truck rollovers, collisions, etc.

Click here to find silage transport options at Hitchcock today!

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  • Home
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    ▼
    • Chain Floor Truck Box
    • All Purpose Dump Trailer
    • 3 Axle Feed Lot Tender
    • Truck Bodies
    • Bunk Blower
    • Chain Floor Trailer
    • High Rider
    • Horizontal Manure Spreader
    • Vertical Manure Spreader
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    • Feed Wagon
    • Aluminum Trailers
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    • Chain Floor Truck Box
    • All Purpose Dump Trailer
    • 3 Axle Feed Lot Tender
    • Truck Bodies
    • Bunk Blower
    • Chain Floor Trailer
    • High Rider
    • Horizontal Manure Spreader
    • Vertical Manure Spreader
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    • Feed Wagon
    • Aluminum Trailers
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