Pre-Work Safety Review
Use this safety review as a checklist to refresh yourself with safe operating
guidelines. This checklist is not all-inclusive and should include additional condi-
tion-specic considerations based on the operator’s experience.
n The operator must read and understand this operator’s manual before operating
the JB Pipepuller.
n Unqualied persons are to remain clear of the work area.
n Always place the pipepuller on level and stable ground.
n When transporting this machine, always lower the inner post and lock
the wheels in place.
n Use proper slings rated for the listed capacities on the pulling chart.
n Always step out of the culvert when applying pressure.
n Always relieve pressure before re-entering the culvert to inspect the joint.
n Wear appropriate personal safety equipment including, but not limited to,
hardhat, safety-toe footwear, hearing protection, safety glasses and gloves.
Cover exposed skin while working on/operating the equipment. Avoid loose
clothing, jewelry, hair, or anything that could become tangled in moving equipment.
n Purge the air from the hydraulic system by actuating hydraulic controls until all air
is removed from the system. This procedure must be performed any time
a hydraulic hose is disconnected and prior to initial service. Take extra caution
to prevent dirt and debris from contaminating the hydraulic uid reservoir
as this may cause failure of the hydraulic system.
n Function check all controls to ensure they match the appropriate operation
of the machine as indicated in this manual.
n Replace hoses or sleeves if damaged or if protective sleeve cannot be properly
positioned or secured.
n All hydraulic hoses, ttings, and valves must be in proper working condition.
Inspect for abrasions, cuts, kinks, excessive wear, and sharp angles
in hydraulic hoses.
n Inspect safety warning decals. If they are missing or not legible, replace them.
n Ensure all safety guards are in place and in good repair. If needed, replace them.
n Other condition-specic safety procedures as deemed necessary by an experienced
operator.
n Be aware of overhead obstructions including power lines and dead branches.
n NEVER operate ANY kind of equipment while under the inuence of drugs or alcohol.
n Always use equipment during the day or with sufcient supplemental lighting.
n ALWAYS know what’s below. Dial 811 if working near public utilities and pipelines.
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SAFETY Continued
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