Safe Use of Tow Ropes, Cables and Chains

http://www.ag.ndsu.edu/pubs/ageng/safety/ae1051w.htm

Think about these questions when selecting a tow rope, chain, or cable for pulling something. A lot of power will be attached to whatever towing device you choose, easily stretching it to the limit. When that limit is reached, something will break. The hook, chain or cable will become a missile that could cause a terrible injury or death as it rebounds.

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Date Of Record Release	2010-02-12 17:18:29
Description	Think about these questions when selecting a tow rope, chain, or cable for pulling something. A lot of power will be attached to whatever towing device you choose, easily stretching it to the limit. When that limit is reached, something will break. The hook, chain or cable will become a missile that could cause a terrible injury or death as it rebounds.
Classification	Safety and Health -- Work Environment Agriculture -- Safety and Health Safety and Health -- Texts, Manuals, Other Media
Resource Type	Guide/Report/Fact sheet
Format	Text
Subject	Safety education Agriculture--Safety measures
Source	North Dakota State University
Keyword	Farm safety, Farm accidents
Selector	Wriedt
Date Of Record Creation	2010-02-12 17:08:38
Education Level	Technician/Professional/Faculty
Date Last Modified	2010-02-12 17:18:29
Creator	George G. Maher
Language	English

Date Record Checked: 2010-02-12 00:00:00 (W3C-DTF)

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