Results From Inspections of Farmer-Installed Rollover Protective Structures

Abstract

This study sought to assess the feasibility of self-installing rollover protective structures (ROPS) and to identify any patterns of self-installation deficiencies in a sample of New York ROPS Retrofit Rebate Program participants. Inspection engineers looked for/at damage, rust, holes, deteriorated welding, location of attachment, axle housing, the presence of original plates/bolts, and adequate seatbelt installation. Results indicated that only 31% of farmers received correct parts and also installed these parts properly. Ten percent of self-installed tractors had installation problems so severe they were referred to a dealer for correction. Issues with seatbelts, torque, and unmarked or defective bolts in ROPS kits were also detected.

Key factors for successful implementation of the National Rollover Protection Structure Rebate Program: A correlation analysis using the consolidated framework for implementation research

“…An initial pilot study confirmed that targeted messaging combined with technical assistance and a monetary incentive was the key to increasing the number of ROPS-equipped tractors on farms (18). Since then, more than a decade of research has been conducted and has established the ROPS rebate program as efficacious, effective, and economical (16)(17)(18)(19)(20)(21)(22)(23)(24)(25).…”

The Social Marketing of Safety Behaviors: A Quasi–Randomized Controlled Trial of Tractor Retrofitting Incentives

“…18 We also reported data from the rebate program's hotline, along with inspections of self-installed ROPSs. [19][20][21] Recently, we assessed the effect of retrofitting incentives and the overall efficacy of the rebate program.…”