Safety regulations | 5
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Itismandatoryfortheoperator,beforestartingtowork,tolearnfromthesafetymanagerorthesitemanager
whicharethepossiblerisksoftheworkandwhichaccidentpreventionclotheshemustwear.
CAUTION
Always use PPE that is appropriate for the type of work to be performed.
The Personal Protective Equipment used by the operators can have different characteristics, depending
on the type of construction site and risks present in the work place.
DANGER
Danger of crushing
Pay attention to moving parts to avoid danger of crushing or dragging of the lower and upper limbs.
Avoid wearing jewelery or pendants that might be trapped in moving parts. Long hair must be tied back
to avoid it being caught in moving parts.
Do not wear loose clothing, chains, belts or other accessories that may be caught in the control levers or
in other parts of the vehicle.
CAUTION
Keep the personal protective equipment in good conditions.
Accident prevention clothes must always be intact and in good condition. Damaged clothing cannot
ensure adequate protection. Do not wear damaged clothing; always replace damaged or torn clothing
before operating the vehicle.
5.3.2 Protect yourself against noise
Prolongedexposuretoloudnoisecandamageyourhearingormaycausehearingloss.
CAUTION
Always wear anti-noise earmuffs or earplugs to protect yourself from excessive and irritating noise.
5.3.3 Protections against objects falling from height
Thevehicleisequippedwithaprotectivecabagainstfallingobjecting(FOPS).
DANGER
Danger of falling objects
Use of a safety helmet is required if there is a risk of falling objects.
5.3.4 Protect yourself from flying fragments
WARNING
During operation in certain conditions, particles of material may be ejected. In such conditions, it is a
good idea to wear protective goggles and clear the area of those people not in possession of such
goggles.