1.12.5 Safety Consideration during advanced maintenance.
Prior to undertaking all but normal planned maintenance activities it is essential
that a method statement regarding safe working practices for the job in hand is
produced.
x Restrict access to the maintenance to essential staff only. Where appropriate
erect barrier guards and post warnings
x The fastening of loads and instructing of crane operators should be entrusted to
qualified persons only.
x The marshal providing instructions must be within sight or sound of the operator
with an all round view of the operation.
x Always ensure that any safety fitment such as locking wedges, securing chains,
bars or struts are utilised as indicated in these operating instructions.
x Particularly make sure that any part of the plant raised for any reason is
prevented from falling by securing in a safe reliable manner.
x Never work under unsupported equipment.
x Never work alone.
1.12.6 Safety considerations during cleaning
x This equipment must be isolated prior to cleaning.
x Do not direct power washers near or into control boxes and devices.
x After cleaning, examine all fuel, lubricant, and hydraulic fluid lines for leaks,
loose connections, chafe marks and damage. Any defects found must be
rectified without delay.
1.12.7 Removal of safety devices and guards
x All safety devices (Control devices or Guard) temporarily removed for set-up,
maintenance or repair purposes must be refitted and checked immediately upon
completion of the maintenance and repair work prior to operation.
x Never operate the machine with Safety devices or Guards removed or
unsecured
x Always report any defects regarding Guards, Safety devices or Control devices.
1.12.8 Surrounding structures
x This equipment must only be operated in a position away from buildings,
permanent structures or high ground to eliminate the risk of persons falling onto
the equipment or its surrounds.
x Any temporary structures erected around the machine must be removed prior to
operating this equipment
1.12.9 Safety when refuelling
x Only refuel with diesel from approved storage and supply equipment
x Diesel fuel is highly flammable.
x Never remove the filler cap, or refuel, with the engine running.
x Never add gasoline or any other fuels mixed to diesel because of increased fire
or explosion risks and damage to the engine.
x Do not carry out maintenance on the fuel system near naked lights or sources
of sparks, such as welding equipment or whilst smoking.
x To avoid spillages use drip trays.
x Immediately clear up spilt fuel and dispose of correctly to minimise any
environmental impact.
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