The purpose of these Measures is to regulate the handling of agricultural machinery accidents, and protect the lawful rights and interests of the parties. The Text consists of 55 Articles divided into 8 Chapters: General provisions; Accident scene and relief; Reporting accident to relevant authority and acceptance; Handling accidents; Accident identification and review; Mediation on compensation for damage; Accident report; Legal liabilities; Supplementary provisions. The competent agriculture mechanization authorities at or above county level shall be responsible for the accident responsibility identification, mediation and handling of the accidents within their respective administrative areas. The Measures provide for the procedures and rules to be followed for handling agricultural machinery accidents, as well as offences and penalties.
China · 2011-01-12