SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO AM) - As the harvest season gets underway safety from equipment to fatigue should be foremost in producer’s minds.
Sioux Valley Energy Safety Manager Terry Ebright says one of the biggest hazards is overhead power lines. Ebright says producers drive by power lines every day and when harvest time comes they can overlook them.
Ebright advises keeping equipment at least ten feet from power lines in all directions. Inspect the height of the farm equipment to determine clearance.
He says never attempt to raise a power line and if you have lines that are sagging contact your utility company.