PAES 101 Quiz: Agricultural Machinery Standard Flashcards

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What is the purpose of this standard?

To regulate the importation and distribution of agricultural machinery in the Philippines

To establish a general code of safety for agricultural machinery (correct)

To provide guidelines for the testing and evaluation of agricultural machinery

To outline the requirements for the development of agricultural engineering standards

Who was responsible for initiating the revision of this standard?

The Agricultural Machinery Testing and Evaluation Center (AMTEC) (correct)

The Philippine Society of Agricultural Engineers (PSAE)

The Bureau of Agricultural Research (BAR)

The Department of Agriculture (DA)

What was the purpose of the public hearing organized by the National Agriculture and Fisheries Council (NAFC)?

To review the technical revisions made to the standard in accordance with PNS 01:Part 4:1998

To discuss the implementation of the Agri-Fisheries Modernization Act (AFMA)

To present the revised standard to the Philippine Society of Agricultural Engineers (PSAE)

To gather feedback and comments on the revised standard (correct)

Which of the following organizations was NOT involved in the development of this standard?

The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the technical revision of this standard?

To ensure compliance with the rules for the structure and drafting of Philippine National Standards (PNS 01:Part 4:1998) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following organizations was responsible for reviewing the revised standard?

The Technical Committee for Study 1- Development of Standards for Agricultural Production Machinery Signup and view all the answers

What type of hitch or clevis connection is explicitly warned against in the text?

A revolving hitch or revolving clevis connection Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the durable warning notices mentioned in the text?

To highlight the location of hazardous parts on the machine Signup and view all the answers

What is required if a machine or trailer may create a danger to the user through tilting?

The machine or trailer must be equipped with a means of preventing such danger, such as a stabilizing mechanism Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the independent and reliable means of retaining hydraulically raised components in the required position, as mentioned in the text?

To prevent the inadvertent lowering of the raised components, which could cause danger Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the handholds and steps required on machines where the presence of a driver or operator is necessary?

To provide a safe and convenient means of mounting and dismounting the machine Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the warning notices mentioned?

To highlight the location of hazardous parts on the machine Signup and view all the answers

What is a common design feature for guards that can be opened to ensure the movement of dangerous parts is stopped?

Automatically stopping the dangerous parts when the guard is opened Signup and view all the answers

According to PAES 101: 2000, what material can guards be formed of?

Welded or rigid mesh Signup and view all the answers

What determines the size of allowable openings in guards?

Distance between the guard and moving parts Signup and view all the answers

Why should the design of guards prevent distortion of mesh or grill during proper use?

To ensure opening size and distance relationship remains within limits Signup and view all the answers

When might ensuring a safety distance from dangerous parts be sufficient to meet requirements?

Circumstances where the requirements of clause 3 are met Signup and view all the answers

What should be fitted to guards and their openings that lack securing devices?

A suitable warning notice Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for foot-operated clutches?

It should be located in a position convenient to the operator's right foot. Signup and view all the answers

According to the given text, what is the primary requirement for operating the control system?

The operator must be in the operator's station. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the requirement that the steering mechanism be designed to reduce the force of sudden movements?

To enhance safety by minimizing the risk of losing control due to sudden movements. Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for stopping devices for power sources, according to the text?

They must be designed such that they do not depend on sustained manual effort for operation. Signup and view all the answers

Where should the stopping device for a power source be located on manned machines, according to the text?

Readily accessible to the operator in their normal operating position. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about hand-operated clutches is correct?

To disengage, the control should be moved rearward. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the requirement that lifting and lowering controls be protected and located to prevent accidental operation?

To enhance safety by minimizing the risk of dangerous movements caused by accidental operation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for the color of the stopping device control, according to the text?

It should be red in color and preferably in contrast with the background and other controls. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about operating controls is correct?

Their function should be marked on or near the control. Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for hand-operated valves, taps, and switches controlling pneumatic, hydraulic, or electrical systems?

Their function and effect in each position must be clearly indicated, where necessary for safety reasons. Signup and view all the answers

What is the requirement for pedals, according to the text?

Pedals must be of adequate size and appropriate configuration. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the requirement that adequate and comfortable support and protection be provided for the feet?

Both to enhance operator comfort and to ensure precise control of foot-operated controls. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Guard Design and Safety

Guards with openings must be designed to automatically stop dangerous parts when opened or prevent opening until parts have ceased movement.
Warning notices must be fitted to guards and openings without securing devices.
Guards can be formed of welded or rigid mesh/grill with specific opening sizes and distances from moving parts.

Safety Distance

Safety distance can be used to meet safety requirements, as described in clause 5.3.

Operating Manuals and Warning Notices

Operating manuals must include warnings about connecting revolving hitches or clevises to mating units that also revolve on towed machines or trailers.
Durable warning notices must be affixed to machines where parts present danger to operators, indicating particular dangers or safety warnings.

Working Stability

Machines and trailers that may tilt and create danger must be provided with means to prevent tilting.
Hydraulically raised components must be provided with an independent and reliable means of retaining them in a raised position.

Operator's Workplace

Machines must be fitted with handholds and steps for safe and convenient mounting and dismounting.
Adequate and comfortable support and protection for the feet must be provided.
Operating controls must be arranged and fitted to allow safe and easy control and manipulation by operators.

Operating Controls

Pedals and controls must be positioned to not obstruct access.
The function of controls must be marked on or near the control.
Steering mechanisms must be designed to reduce the force of sudden movements.
Lifting and lowering controls must be protected and located to prevent accidental operation.

Clutches and Stopping Devices

Foot-operated clutches must be located conveniently for the operator's left foot and disengage when pushed forward.
Hand-operated clutches must be located conveniently for the operator and disengage when moved rearward.
Every power source must be fitted with a stopping device that can be quickly operated and does not require sustained manual effort.

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Test your knowledge on the Philippine Agricultural Engineering Standard PAES 101: 2000, which is a revision of the Philippine National Standard PNS 606:1991. Explore safety codes and regulations for agricultural machinery.

PAES 101: 2000 Agricultural Machinery Standard Quiz