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JUNE 2013 MECHANICAL LOADING OF TURKEYS INTRODUCTION This section outlines the safe work practices for working on and around mechanical turkey loaders. HAZARDS* Biotic Conditions Gravity Chemical Mechanical Climatic Conditions Pedestrian Electrical Vehicular Ergonomics LEGISLATION/SAFE WORK PRACTICE General Legislation Work in a Safe Environment Occupational Health & Safety Guidelines for Farming Operations in Ontario OHSA, Ontario Regulation 851 (Industrial establishments) Act Regulation No. Section Referenced OHSA Industrial establishments 24-27 RRO 1990 Reg 851 REQUIREMENTS The following are the general mandatory requirements for all personnel working on mechanical equipment: ■ Personnel are trained on how to properly and safely run the loading equipment including cautions around conveyor belts and moving parts. ■ Refer to Appendix C of this document for sample Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for Mechanical Turkey Loaders. The document is generic and should be adapted to refl ect the segments which are applicable to the particular loader being used. ■ Personnel are trained how to properly inspect for mechanical defects prior to using. ■ Attached to this document as Appendix E is a sample Mechanical Turkey Loader On-farm Circle Checklist which should be completed prior to operating the loader. The document is generic and should be adapted to refl ect the segments which are applicable to the particular loader being used and also to comply with the manufacturers' operating and safety instructions. Appendix F is a Mechanical Turkey Loader Service Checklist which should be completed at least annually. ■ Truck driver is responsible for moving the truck. The truck driver or designated responsible person is responsible for setting up the truck for loading and tarping in preparation for transport. ■ It is recommended that trucks be equipped with a movement alert/alarm system that is activated when the truck is being moved during loading. *The hazards bolded at the beginning of each protocol are those considered to be present for the practices described. 26

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