Safety
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A.) Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to operate, repair, and service equipment
B.) Operator should be a minimum of 18 years of age and in good physical and mental condition.
C.) Never operate equipment during times of illness, or while using medication that could impair
good judgment, vision, or hearing.
D.) Never operate equipment while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
E.) Be alert to all circumstances, equipment, and individuals in immediate work area.
F.) Drive equipment at safe speeds for conditions and area.
G.) Reduce speed when making sharp corners or when driving on rough or hilly terrain.
H.) Never drive near the edge of a ditch, gully or irrigation canals.
I.) Do not start or operate equipment unless seated in the normal operating position
with hands on steering wheel.
J.) Never operate equipment with arms or legs hanging outside of operators area.
K.) Never allow riders or passengers on equipment while in operation.
L.) Prior to starting equipment conduct a visual inspection to ensure the equipment is in good,
safe operating condition.
M.) Never work beneath equipment unless engine is shut off, on level ground with the wheels
and shaker head blocked with the ignition key removed.
N.) Listen for and be alert to all unusual noises and vibrations not associated with normal
operation of the equipment. Report all abnormalities immediately to service personnel.
O.) Never operate equipment while using Walkman type radios or other audio equipment used in the
ear. These can be an unsafe distraction and may impair the operators ability to hear unsafe
changes in the equipment's operation or the voices of co-workers.
P.) Wear hearing and eye protection and other required safety equipment at all times.
Q.) Take your time and Practice safe work habits at all times.
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