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Classifying the Jobsite (continued)
Classified Jobsite Precautions
Electric Precautions
• Expose the line by careful hand digging or soft excavation.
• Have the service shut down while work is in progress.
• Have the electrical company test the lines before returning them to service.
Natural Gas Precautions
Position equipment upwind from the gas lines and use one or more of these methods:
• Expose the line by careful hand digging or soft excavation.
• Have the service shut down while work is in progress.
• Have the gas company test the lines before returning them to service.
Crystalline Dust Precautions
Crystalline silica dust is a naturally occurring substance found in soil, sand, concrete,
granite, and quartz. To reduce exposure when cutting, drilling, or working these materials:
• Use a water spray or other means to control the dust.
• Refer to the US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines or
other applicable regulating guidelines for appropriate breathing protection or dust control
methods.
Other Precautions
To safely avoid other underground hazards at each site, use different methods to determine
the appropriate safety precautions.
Clear objects such as landscaping fabric, cable, and wire from the work area. These objects
may be underground or partially buried.
Arranging for Traffic Control
Keep the vehicle and pedestrian traffic away from the equipment. Evaluate the jobsite and
allow an appropriate buffer zone around the equipment. If the jobsite is near a road or other
traffic area, contact the local authorities about safety procedures and regulations.
Operator Preparation
Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:
• Complete proper training and read the Operator's Manual before using equipment.
Preparation: Jobsite Preparation
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