Safety; Safe Operating Practices; Chemical Safety - Toro 41177 Operator's Manual

Safety

Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always pay
attention to the safety alert symbol, which means
CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—personal
safety instruction. Failure to comply with the instruction
may result in personal injury or death.
Supervisors, operators, and service persons should be
familiar with the following standards and publications:
(The material may be obtained from the address shown).
• Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code:
ANSI/NFPA 30
• National Fire Protection Association:
ANSI/NFPA #505; Powered Industrial Trucks
National Fire Prevention Association
Barrymarch Park Quincy, Massachusetts
02269 U.S.A.
• SAE J2258 Light Utility Vehicles
Society of Automotive Engineers
SAE World Headquarters 400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096-0001
• ANSI/UL 558; Internal Combustion
Engine Powered Industrial Trucks
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway New York, New York 10018 U.S.A.
or Underwriters Laboratories 333 Pfingsten Road
Northbrook, Illinois 60062 U.S.A.

Safe Operating Practices

The sprayer is an off-highway vehicle only and
is not designed, equipped, or manufactured for
use on public streets, roads, or highways.
Supervisor's Responsibilities
• Make sure that operators are thoroughly trained and
familiar with the Operator's Manual, Engine Manual,
and all labels on the sprayer.
• Establish your own special procedures and work
rules for unusual operating conditions (e.g. slopes
too steep for sprayer operation).

Chemical Safety

Chemical substances used in the spray system
may be hazardous and toxic to you, bystanders,
animals, plants, soils or other property.
• Carefully read and follow the chemical
warning labels and Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals used
and protect yourself according to the
chemical manufacturer's recommendations.
For example, use appropriate Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) including
face and eye protection, gloves, or other
equipment to guard against personal contact
with the chemical.
• Keep in mind that there may be more than
one chemical used and information on each
should be assessed.
• Refuse to operate or work on the sprayer if
this information is not available!
• Before working on a spray system
make sure the system has been triple
rinsed and neutralized according to
the recommendations of the chemical
manufacturer(s).
• Verify there is an adequate supply of clean
water and soap nearby, and immediately
wash off any chemicals that contact you.
• Obtain proper training before using or handling
chemicals.
• Use the correct chemical for the job.
• Follow the chemical manufacturer's instructions for
the safe application of the chemical.
• Handle chemicals in a well ventilated area.
• Wear goggles and other protective equipment as
instructed by the chemical manufacturer. Ensure
that as little skin as possible is exposed while using
chemicals.
• Have clean water available especially when filling the
spray tank.
• Do not eat, drink, or smoke while working with
chemicals.
• Always wash your hands and other exposed areas as
soon as possible after finishing the work.
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