PAGE 1 - 2 SAFETY / GENERAL MARK IV HD J2 TAMPER
REVISED 10 - 2020 INFORMATION BULLETIN 5082505
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1.1 Operator and Maintenance Personnel Information
The operators and maintenance personnel must be thoroughly familiar with the contents of this
manual before operating the machine, making adjustments, or carrying out maintenance
procedures. Use common sense and utilize practical safety practices when operating and
working on or around the machine to help prevent injury and property damage.
The operator and maintenance personnel must have a working knowledge of railroad safety
procedures and the specific rules and policies that are in effect in the work environment.
Railroad, Government and/or local laws and regulations may also influence work decisions.
The illustrations, specifications, and other information in this publication are based on
information in effect at the time of publication. Take care of your Operator's Manual. Ensure that
the correct information is available to the operator and maintenance personnel at all times.
1.2 Safety Information
SAFETY IS A CRITICAL FACTOR IN THE DESIGN OF HARSCO RAIL EQUIPMENT. THE
BEST SAFETY PROGRAM STARTS WITH A SAFETY CONSCIOUS OPERATOR. THE
SAFETY INFORMATION HIGHLIGHTED IN THIS BULLETIN DESCRIBES SAFE OPERATING
PRACTICES FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE WORKERS WHO WILL USE OUR EQUIPMENT IN
THEIR DAILY JOBS.
1.2.1 Hazard Seriousness
Signal Words: DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are used to identify levels of hazard
seriousness.
DANGER - Immediate hazards which WILL result in severe bodily injury or death.
WARNING - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in severe bodily
injury or death.
CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe practices which COULD result in minor bodily injury
and/or product or property damage.
THIS SYMBOL MEANS: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
CAUTION
DANGER
WARNING