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Wheel Loader Safety
Lifting and Digging
The operator is responsible for any load carried when
traveling
on public roads and while working with the machine.
• Keep loads secure so they do not fall off while
operating.
• Do not exceed maximum load for the machine.
Machine operation will be affected when center of
gravity changes, caused by extended loads and
different attachments.
To lift loads safely, the following must be evaluated by the
operator and work site crew.
• Condition of ground support.
• Machine configuration and attachments.
• Weight, lifting height and lifting radius.
• Safe rigging of load.
• Proper handling of suspended load.
Always watch load.
Do not suddenly lower or stop work equipment.
• Do not move bucket over head of personnel or
bystanders, over the operator's seat of dump trucks
or other hauling equipment. The load may spill or
bucket can come in contact with the dump truck or
the equipment causing property damage or cause
death or serious injury.
Digging Beneath Overhangs
Do not dig beneath an overhang. The overhang could collapse
on top of operator and cause death or serious injury.
Reposition the machine to another digging area before steep
overhangs are formed. Know height and reach limits of the
machine and plan while working. Park the machine away from
overhangs before stopping work.
Digging Beneath Wheel Loader
Never dig beneath the machine. The earth beneath the machine
could collapse. This could cause wheel loader to tip or rollover,
which could cause death or serious injury to operator. Working
around deep pits, trenching or along high walls may require
support blocks, especially after heavy rains or during spring
thaws.
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