What is BS EN 15695-1-Protection of the operator in agricultural tractors about?
BS EN 15695-1 is a standard that serves technical specifications for the protection of the operator in agricultural tractors, enabling improvement of operator protection mechanisms of self-propelled sprayers and tractors.
BS EN 15695-1 applies to cabs of agricultural and forestry tractors and self-propelled sprayers. Its purpose is to limit the exposure of the operator (driver) to hazardous substances when applying plant protection products (PPP) and liquid fertilizers.
BS EN 15695-1 specifies different categories of cabs of agricultural and forestry tractors and self-propelled sprayers and the relevant requirements and test procedures in order to limit the exposure of the operator (driver) to hazardous substances when inside the cab.
BS EN 15695-1 also specifies the information to be provided by the tractor or self-propelled sprayer manufacturer.
Note: BS EN 15695-1 does not apply to -
- The exposure linked to fumigants
- The category of cab and performance level to be used for any particular application
- The actual cab performance in the field applications
- The field durability of filters
- Tractor cabs manufactured before the date of its publication
Who is BS EN 15695-1-Protection of the operator in agricultural tractors for?
BS EN 15695-1 on the protection of the operator (driver) against hazardous substances applies to:
- Manufacturers of agricultural tractors and self-propelled sprayers
- Dealers and importers of agricultural tractors and self-propelled sprayers
- Testing houses for agricultural tractors and self-propelled sprayers
Why should you use BS EN 15695-1-Protection of the operator in agricultural tractors?
When operating self-propelled sprayers or tractors, the operator can be exposed to hazardous substances such as dust, aerosols or vapours. Cabs of agricultural tractors and self-propelled sprayers protecting these substances may be used to reduce operator exposure to air-borne contaminants generated during farming operations.
BS EN 15695-1 provides users guidance on the specification of categories for cabs and lays out four distinct categories depending on the protection against different agents such as dust, aerosols, and vapours in agricultural tractors and self-propelled sprayers.
BS EN 15695-1 provides users guidance on safety requirements for a filter housing, categories, tightness of air delivery and filtration system, blockages, location of the air inlet, cab apertures, ensuring the safety and protection of tractor operators.
With obedience and compliance of BS EN 15695-1, users can develop and assess safety systems for operators in agricultural tractors, ensuring the reduction and prevention of risk of farming applications.
What’s changed since the last update?
BS EN 15695-1:2017 supersedes BS EN 15695‑1:2009, which is now withdrawn.
