Safety rules - Mounting and dismounting
Face the machine when mounting and dismounting.
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Mount and dismount the machine only at desig-
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nated locations that have hand holds, steps, or lad-
ders.
Maintain a three-point contact with steps, ladders,
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and hand holds.
Do not jump off the machine.
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Safety rules - Operator precautions
Continuous long term contact with hydraulic fluid
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may cause skin cancer. Avoid long term contact and
wash the skin promptly with soap and water.
Know and understand the job site traffic flow pat-
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terns and obey signalmen, road signs, and flagmen.
Know and use the hand signals required for partic-
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ular jobs, and know who has the responsibility for
signaling. Refer to page 2-36.
Know and understand that job site conditions may
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change on an hourly basis. Hills of dirt, debris, or
obstructions may grow and change from the time
you began the day. It is your responsibility to mon-
itor the changes and keep the machine, tools, and
attachments/implements, etc. a safe distance.
Keep clear of moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry,
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watches, long hair, and other loose or hanging items
can become entangled in moving parts.
Wear protective equipment when appropriate. Hard
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hats, protective glasses, protective shoes, gloves,
2 - SAFETY INFORMATION
Never mount or dismount from a moving machine.
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Do not use the steering wheel or other controls or
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accessories as hand holds when entering or exiting
the cab or operator's platform.
Make sure steps, ladders, and platforms remain
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clean and clear of debris and foreign substances.
Injury may result from slippery surfaces.
reflector type vests, respirators, and ear protection
are examples of equipment that may be required.
Walk around the work area before you start and
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look for hazards. Note and avoid all hazards and
obstructions such as ditches, underground lines,
trees, cliffs, overhead electrical wires, or areas
where there is danger of a slide.
Do not operate the machine if you do not feel well.
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This can be dangerous for you and for the people
around you.
Do not operate the machine while under the influ-
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ence of alcohol, drugs, or while otherwise impaired.
OSHA requirements make it the employer's respon-
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sibility to fully instruct each operator in the proper
and safe operation of all operative equipment. Both
employer and employee should thoroughly familiar-
ize themselves with this manual and the AEM safety
booklet.
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