Agricultural machinery — Safety — Part 7: Combine harvesters, forage harvesters, cotton harvesters and sugar cane harvesters — Amendment 1

This technical document serves as an amendment to the existing guidelines concerning safety requirements for agricultural machinery. It specifically addresses the design and operational aspects of four key types of harvesting equipment: combine harvesters, forage harvesters, cotton harvesters, and sugar cane harvesters. The document updates specific clauses to incorporate recent findings, technological advancements, and lessons learned from field applications. It aims to enhance the operational safety for operators and other personnel involved in the handling and maintenance of these machines within agricultural environments. The scope covers essential safety principles, protective measures against mechanical hazards, and requirements for information provision on the equipment. This amendment ensures that the relevant safety standards remain current and aligned with the latest industry practices and international consensus. It provides updated criteria for risk assessment and mitigation strategies specific to these complex harvesting systems. The content focuses strictly on technical specifications and safety protocols without altering the fundamental framework established by the primary standard it supplements.