jcb 540-170 Service Manual page 90

General Safety
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To operate the machine safely you must know the
machine and have the skill to use it. You must abide by
all relevant laws, health and safety regulations that
apply to the country you are operating in. The
Operator Manual instructs you on the machine, its
controls and its safe operation; it is not a training
manual. If you are a new operator, get yourself trained
in the skills of using a machine before trying to work
with it. If you don't, you will not do your job well, and
you will be a danger to yourself and others.
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Care and Alertness
All the time you are working with or on the machine,
take care and stay alert. Always be careful. Always be
alert for hazards.
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Clothing
You can be injured if you do not wear the proper
clothing. Loose clothing can get caught in the
machinery. Wear protective clothing to suit the job.
Examples of protective clothing are: a hard hat, safety
shoes, safety glasses, a well fitting overall, ear-
protectors and industrial gloves. Keep cuffs fastened.
Do not wear a necktie or scarf. Keep long hair
restrained. Remove rings, watches and personal
jewellery.
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Alcohol and Drugs
It is extremely dangerous to operate machinery when
under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Do not
consume alcoholic drinks or take drugs before or
while operating the machine or attachments.
aware of medicines which can cause drowsiness.
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Do not attempt to operate the machine if you are
feeling unwell. By doing so you could be a danger to
yourself and those you work with.
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Switch off your mobile phone before entering an area
with a potentially explosive atmosphere. Sparks in
such an area could cause an explosion or fire
resulting in death or serious injury.
Switch off and do not use your mobile phone when
refuelling the machine.
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You can be injured if you use incorrect or faulty lifting
equipment. You must identify the weight of the item to
be lifted then choose lifting equipment that is strong
enough and suitable for the job. Make sure that lifting
equipment is in good condition and complies with all
local regulations.
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Never walk or work under raised equipment unless it
is supported by a mechanical device. Equipment
which is supported only by a hydraulic device can
drop and injure you if the hydraulic system fails or if
the control is operated (even with the engine stopped).
Make sure that no-one goes near the machine while
you install or remove the mechanical device.
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Be
NEVER position yourself or any part of your body
under a raised machine which is not properly
supported. If the machine moves unexpectedly you
could become trapped and suffer serious injury or be
killed.
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Safety Notices
Safety Check List
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Feeling Unwell
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Mobile Phones
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Lifting Equipment
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Raised Equipment
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Raised Machine
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