Utility Safety - New Holland L213 Operator's Manual

Utility safety

YOU MUST FOLLOW safety precautions when you work
near buried utility lines.
During operation it is likely that you will be working
around or near buried utility lines that may include, but
are not limited to:
• Electrical power line
• Gas line
• Water line
• Communication line - telephone or cable television
• Sewer line
NOTICE: Before construction work begins it is your re-
sponsibility to be aware of all utility lines in the area of
your project and to avoid them.
ALWAYS have all local utility companies mark the location
of their lines.
NOTICE: Check with local authorities for laws, regula-
tions, and/or strict penalties requiring you to locate and
avoid existing utilities.
2 - SAFETY INFORMATION
Call all utility companies before you perform
any machine operation
After you locate any buried utility lines, carefully dig a hole
to the utility line by hand and/or with automatic vacuum
equipment. Verify the location and depth of the line.
Where applicable, know the utility color code.
Electric
Gas, Oil, or Petroleum
Communication, Telephone, Television
Water
Sewer
Proposed Excavation
Surveying
Reclaimed Water and Slurry
Coordinate all excavation activity with the proper author-
ities and professionals before beginning.
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Red
Yellow
Orange
Blue
Green or
Brown
White
Pink
Purple