Do not step over or lean over a turning PTO shaft. Safety labels should be in place and visible. If performing maintenance on a piece of equipment, disengage the PTO shaft and turn the tractor off. Drivelines should have guards and shields in place and should be in proper working condition. Use proper hitching when attaching implement to PTO shaft to prevent binding.
Proper length is also important to prevent PTO shaft from coming apart.
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