Prepare - 68 RT45 Operator’s Manual
Classify Jobsite
Classify Jobsite
Select a Classification
Jobsites are classified according to underground hazards present.
Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use
correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety
equipment.
To help avoid injury:
• Wear personal protective equipment including hard hat, safety eye wear, and hearing protection.
• Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing.
• Notify One-Call and companies which do not subscribe to One-Call.
• Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or drilling.
• Verify location of previously marked underground hazards.
• Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away.
Remember, jobsite is classified by hazards in place -- not by line being installed.
If working . . . then classify jobsite as . . .
within 10’ (3 m) of a buried electric line electric
within 10’ (3 m) of a natural gas line natural gas
in sand, granite, or concrete which is capable of producing
crystalline silica (quartz) dust
crystalline silica (quartz) dust
within 10’ (3 m) of any other hazard other
IMPORTANT: If you have any doubt about jobsite classification, or if jobsite might contain unmarked
hazards, take steps outlined previously to identify hazards and classify jobsite before working.
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