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SAFETY & GENERAL SAFETY
SAFETY
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your Meridian Equipment. You must ensure that
you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or work around the equipment be familiar with the operation and
maintenance procedure and related SAFETY information contained in this manual.
Remember, YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people around you.
Make these practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE operating this equipment
is familiar with the recommended operation and maintenance procedures and follow the safety precautions.
Most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices.
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Equipment owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing them to operate
the machine, and at least annually thereafter.
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A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate
the machine. An untrained operator exposes themselves and bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
Always be and stay alert to any possible unsafe operating or maintenance procedures or conditions.
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Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety of
the components and systems and could affect the life of the equipment, possibly invalidate the warranty coverage.
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Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
GENERAL SAFETY
1. Read and understand the operator's manual and all safety signs
before operating, maintaining, adjusting, or unplugging the equipment.
2. Have a first-aid kit available for use should the need arise and know how to use it.
3. Have a fire extinguisher available for use should the need arise and know how to use it.
4. Wear appropriate gear. The list includes but not limited to:
- A Hard hat
- Protective shoes with slip resistant soles
- Protective goggles, glasses or face shield
- Heavy gloves
- Protective clothing
- Respirator
5. Install and secure all guards before starting.
6. Establish a Lock-out/Tag-out policy for work site. Be sure all personnel are trained and follow all procedures.
Lock-out/Tag-out all power sources before entering bin or working around loading/unloading equipment.
7. Clear the area of people, especially small children, before starting.
8. Review safety related items annually with all personnel who will be using or maintaining the Equipment.
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