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National Sprayer Testing Scheme - Operator Check Sheet
Owner: Operator: Make:
Model: Serial No: Reg No:
Date: Hours/mileage:
Regularly
Mechanical
Is the attachment to tractor secure?
Is the chassis and structure free of cracks and rust?
Are the wheels and tyres in good condition?
Are guards, inc. PTO shaft guard, secure and
undamaged?
Hydraulic system, inc. tracking system if fitted.
Are they free from leaks under pressure?
Are the hoses and connections worn or cracked?
Electrical system
Is the wiring undamaged & are all connections properly
insulated?
Do all the lights work properly?
Pneumatic system
Is the system free from leaks when under working under
operating pressures?
Sprayer tank
Are the tank/chassis fasteners secure?
Free from leaks?
Does the lid fit securely and free from leaks?
Is the contents gauge clearly legible?
Boom
Is it properly latched when folded for transport?
When unfolded, is it straight and level?
Does the height adjustment and suspension work
properly?
Does the boom return to level when displaced to left and
right?
Are the break-backs functioning freely?
Are the mountings and linkages secure and not worn?
'Spray lines'
Are they free from leaks under pressure?
No hoses and connectors worn or cracked?
Are all valves and filters in good condition?
Nozzles
Are all fittings and turrets in good condition?
Are all nozzles correctly orientated?
Are all check-valves working properly?
Is the spray/distribution pattern visually correct?
Regularly (cont)
Controls and valves
Are the master on/off switches working correctly?
Are all boom section switches functioning?
Can you read the pressure gauges easily?
Are all labels appropriate and legible?
Is the pressure adjustment/stable?
Pressure gauge reading zero?
Chemical induction system
Are the system and controls working properly?
Is it free from leaks under pressure?
Are all labels appropriate and readable?
Is the rinse system and container wash system working
properly?
Tank rinse system
Is the system functioning properly?
External washdown
Is the system functioning properly?
Personal
Water supply tank filled?
Is the clothing locker clean and contents complete?
Periodically
Jug test all nozzle outputs
Date Completed ………………………….
Formally complete and file check sheet
Next test due …………………………………
Comments/Notes/specific items requiring attention
Key: Checked/Completed Needs Attention X
Adjusted A Not Applicable na