EMPLOYER / OPERATOR CHECK LIST
In compliance with OSHA Standard 1928.57; all employers are required to instruct all operators, upon initial assignment
and at least annually thereafter, on practices for safe operation and servicing of this implement, stressing the following items:
- Keep all guards in place when the machine is in operation.
- Permit no riders on farm field equipment other than persons required for inspection or assistance in machine
operation.
- Stop engine, disconnect the power source, and wait for all machine movement to stop before servicing, adjusting,
cleaning, or unclogging the equipment, except where the machine must be running to be properly serviced or
maintained, in which case the employer shall instruct employees as to all steps and procedures which are necessary
to safely service or maintain the equipment.
- Make sure everyone is clear of machinery before starting the engine, engaging the power, or operating the machine.
- Instruct persons on safe operating, moving and transport practices.
- Instruct persons on the importance of proper jack placement before unhooking from the machine in field or transport
positions.
- Review lubrication requirements and practices. Check tire pressures.
- Instruct on the importance of safety chain and warning light safety devices, available for this implement.
- Review and be familiar with information detailed in the Safety, Operation, Maintenance and Adjustment sections
in this manual.
This sign-off chart has been included for your record keeping convenience.
Date: Signature of Operator Signature of Employer
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