Safety Awareness - 12 Cx Series Operator’s Manual
Guidelines
Guidelines
Follow these guidelines before operating any jobsite equipment:
• Complete proper training.
• Read and understand operator’s manual before using equipment.
• Wear personal protective equipment. See “Prepare Operator” in “Prepare” chapter.
• Mark proposed path with white paint and have underground utilities located before working. In the
US or Canada, call 811 (US) or 888-258-0808 (US and Canada). Also contact any local utilities that do
not participate in the One-Call service. In countries that do not have a One-Call service, contact all
local utility companies to have underground utilities located.
• Classify jobsite based on its hazards and use correct tools and machinery, safety equipment, and work
methods for jobsite.
• Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away.
• Review jobsite hazards, safety and emergency procedures, and individual responsibilities with all
personnel before work begins. Safety videos are available from your Ditch Witch® dealer or at
www.ditchwitch.com/safe. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) are available at www.ditchwitch.com/support.
• Fully inspect equipment before operating. Repair or replace any worn or damaged parts. Replace
missing or damaged safety shields and safety alert signs. Contact your Ditch Witch dealer for
assistance.
• Follow instructions on all safety alert signs on machine.
• Use equipment carefully per the instructions in this manual. Stop operation and investigate anything
that does not look or feel right.
• Do not operate machine where flammable gas may be present.
• Only operate equipment in well ventilated areas.
• Always tie down equipment and properly stow accessories, even if traveling short distances.
• Contact your Ditch Witch dealer if you have any questions about operation, maintenance, or
equipment use.
• Complete the equipment checklist located at www.ditchwitch.com/safe.
Misuse of machine can cause death or serious injury.
Read and understand operator’s manual and all other safety instructions
before use. Know how to use all controls.
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