HAZARD REDUCTION

The second step is to strive to eliminate as many hazards as possible.

	Minimize protrusions on drivelines.
	For implement connections which require bolts or set screws, select and supply hardware which minimizes any protrusions.
	Select a locking device for the tractor PTO that minimizes protrusions.
	Do not locate machine controls, gauges or other mechanisms which require or encourage operator presence in the vicinity of the driveline.

GUARDING / SHIELDING

For hazards which cannot be effectively eliminated; guarding or shielding must be provided.

	The PTO master shield, IID (Implement Input Driveline) guard, and IIC (Implement Input Connection) shield should provide an effective interactive shielding system throughout the range of expected operating conditions.
	Specify and test an IID guard with end bell cones which overlap, but do not interfere with the PTO master shield or IIC shield.
	Specify and test guards designed to operate in the expected environmental and operational conditions.
	Provide an IIC shield which adequately overlaps with the IID guard to provide guarding of the shaft coupling and any torque limiting device installed on the driveline.
	Check that all routine maintenance of the driveline can be performed without complete removal of the guards or shields.
	Provide proper attachment locations on the implement for restraining device if non-rotating driveline guards are specified.