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Follow a Safety Program
Be Alert!
Know where to get assistance. Know how to use a rst
aid kit and re extinguisher/re suppression system.
Be Aware!
Take advantage of training programs offered.
Be Careful
Human error is caused by many factors: carelessness,
fatigue, overload, preoccupation, unfamiliarity of
operator with the machine, drugs, and alcohol to name
a few. Damage to the loader can be xed in a short
period of time, but injury, or death, has a lasting effect.
For your safety and the safety of others, encourage your
fellow workers to act safely.
For Safe Operation
You must be a qualied and authorized operator for safe
operation of your machine. You must clearly understand
the written instructions supplied by the manufacturer,
be trained—including actual operation of the compact
tool carrier—and know the safety rules and regulations
for the worksite. It is a good safety practice to point out
and explain safety signs and practices and ensure the
crew understands the importance of following these
instructions.
WARNING! Drugs and alcohol affect an operator’s
alertness and coordination and the operator’s ability
to safely operate the equipment. Never use drugs
or alcohol while operating the compact tool
carrier. Never knowingly allow anyone to operate
this compact tool carrier when their alertness
or coordination is impaired. An operator taking
prescription or over-the-counter medication must
consult a medical professional regarding any side
effects of the medication that would hinder their ability
to safely operate this equipment.
Never Use Drugs
or Alcohol While
Operating
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Follow a Safety Program
Know the Rules
Most employers have rules governing operation and
maintenance of equipment. Before you start work at a
new location, check with your supervisor or the safety
coordinator. Ask about the rules you will be expected
to obey.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA) enforces federal laws within the United
States that apply to safe operation, application and
maintenance of equipment on a worksite. It is the
employer’s responsibility to comply with these laws.
An OSHA representative may periodically inspect a
worksite to see that these laws are being followed.
There may also be local or state/provincial laws or
international regulations that apply to this equipment
and its use, along with specic worksite or employer
rules. It is important that you know and comply with
all applicable laws and rules, including those requiring
operator training and certication.
Safety Rules
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