Check your tyres
Earlier this year, TyreSafe, the UK tyre safety organisation, emphasised the critical importance of conducting regular tyre safety checks for farm workers.
Agricultural vehicles and trailers play a vital role in farm operations and are subjected to demanding workloads, varying terrains, and extended periods of use. It is essential that all tyres are maintained in optimal condition to ensure safety on rural roads and farmland.
TyreSafe suggests three key guidelines to maintain tyre safety, using the acronym ‘ACT’ – air pressure, condition and tread. These are – Correct Tyre Air Pressure – ensure tyres are inflated to the recommended pressure levels as specified by the manufacturer. Under or over-inflated tyres can affect vehicle stability,
increasing the risk of accidents; Condition – inspect tyres regularly for signs of wear, bulges, cuts, and
punctures; Adequate tread depth – monitor tread depth regularly using a reliable depth gauge. The legal minimum tread depth is 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the tyre, 3mm for agricultural trailers.
Workers are also urged to check load capacity, ensuring trailers are not overloaded, as it puts excessive strain on the tyres and increases the risk of tyre failure.
Stuart Lovatt, TyreSafe Chair, said, “The safety of farmers and all road users is of paramount importance. By conducting regular checks and following recommended maintenance practices, we can significantly reduce the risk of accidents caused by tyre-related issues.”
For more information on tyre safety and to access resources, tips, and guidance, visit the TyreSafe website at
www.tyresafe.org.
Diggers out in force Pictured are Chris Neville (branch secretary) and
Kenny Watson (branch chair) of the Unite North West Service Industries’ branch who, reports Keith Hatch, were kept very busy with their stall at this year’s Wigan Diggers Festival.
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The 2023 Wigan Diggers Festival, held in September, was a fantastic event full of sun, sounds and socialism – and you can imagine Gerrard Winstanley looking down pleased that, nearly 375 years after he formed the Diggers, people are still standing up and demanding equality for all.
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