What is BS EN 15695-2-Protection of the operator in agricultural tractors about?
BS EN 15695-2 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 15695-2 applies to filters as part of cabs of categories 2, 3 and 4 of agricultural and forestry tractors and self-propelled sprayers as specified in EN 15695-1 in order to limit the exposure of the operator (driver) to hazardous substances, in agricultural and forestry operations.
BS EN 15695-2 specifies requirements, test procedures, and the information to be provided by the filter manufacturer.
Note: BS EN 15695-2 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
- Field durability of filters or filtration systems
- Filters manufactured before the date of its publication
Who is BS EN 15695-2-Protection of the operator in agricultural tractors for?
BS EN 15695-2 on the protection of the operator in agricultural tractors 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 15695-2-Protection of the operator in agricultural tractors?
When operating self-propelled sprayers and tractors, the operator can be exposed to hazardous
substances such as dust, aerosols or vapours. In cabs of agricultural tractors and self-propelled sprayers, providing protection against these substances may be used to reduce operator exposure to air-borne contaminants generated during farming operations.
BS EN 15695-2 provides users guidance on requirements and test procedures, including dust filter, aerosol filter, and vapour filter, enabling the development of safety and protection mechanisms in tractor operators.
With the obedience and compliance of BS EN 15695-2, users can develop and assess safety systems for operators in agricultural tractors, ensuring the reduction and prevention of risk of farming applications.