Hydraulically-raised equipment should be securely blocked before anyone starts working around or under the machine. The brain can't give us the message to let go of crop material quickly enough if the machine suddenly clears itself. Alert operators develop a habit of always shutting off the power before leaving the driver's seat. Fire is a hazard in the field, particularly during cereal grain harvest. Every piece of powered equipment should carry a fire extinguisher.
Kids are a 'no-no' around machinery.
Far too many tragedies occur when youngsters end up in the path of equipment from which the operator's view is restricted. There are several ways to keep the pipes warm. Insulate any and all pipes that are vulnerable to cold air. Wrapping your pipes helps keep the warmth in and the freezing cold out. Keep your heat on.