1.3 Component safety features
1.3.1 Do not use this equipment with guards removed or incorrectly fastened.
1.3.2 Do not use this equipment with safety devices maladjusted or removed.
1.4 Features for operator safety
1.4.1 Safety features associated with this equipment have been assessed in
accordance with BS EN 954 to Category 3.
1.4.2 The E Stop circuit is a 12V dc series circuit and hard wired to remove power
from the ECU Engine management system and stop the engine. Following an
activation of the Safety Circuit this will take approximately five seconds to de-
energize.
1.4.3 Safety Components - E stop Buttons, All Guards are bolted down. The detailed
Safety circuit diagram can be found within the drawing pack as an appendix to
this manual.
1.4.4 Steps handrails Tread plate and fixed guards are provided where personnel are
required to climb on the machine. If for any reason other areas need to be
accessed the risk associated with the activity must be assessed and
appropriate control measures implemented.
1.5 Environmental safety
1.5.1 It is essential that the service intervals detailed in the maintenance procedures
are followed to ensure that engine emissions are kept to a minimum.
1.5.2 Consumable Materials
x Diesel spillages must be dealt with immediately.
x Only use the Lubricating Oils recommended in the maintenance schedule.
x Observe the Coshh Information contained in the appendix to this manual.
x Local & National regulations must be observed when disposing of waste
x Improperly disposing of waste can threaten the environment and ecology.
x Potentially harmful waste used on this equipment includes such items as oil,
fuel, coolant, filters and batteries, etc. details can be found in the appendix to
this manual
x Use leak proof containers when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage
containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them.
x Do not pour waste onto the ground, down a drain or into any water source.
x Ensure that all consumables and replaced parts are disposed of safely and with
minimum environmental impact.
1.5.3 Machine disposal. This machine must only be disposed of at a specialist
machine breaker.
1.6 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Loose or baggy clothing can get caught in running machinery.
Where possible when working close to engines or machinery, only do so when
they are stopped. If this is not practical, remember to keep tools, test equipment
and all other parts of your body well away from the moving parts.
For reasons of safety, long hair must be tied back or otherwise secured,
garments must be close fitting and no jewellery such as rings may be worn.
Injury may result from being caught up in the machinery or from rings catching
on moving parts.
Always wear correctly fitting (CE approved) personal protective equipment.
Recommended Personal Protective Equipment includes:-
x Hard Hat,
x Safety Glasses
x Hearing Protection
x Dust Mask
x Close fitting Overalls
x Safety Boots
x Industrial Gloves
x High Visibility Vest or jacket.
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