Section 1 - General Safety Practices
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• Wear :
o Snug tting and sturdy long-sleeve shirt and long pants. Avoid loose tting
clothes.
o Sturdy gloves.
o Approved eye protection.
o Steel toed boots.
o Approved head gear.
o Approved hearing protection.
WEATHER CONDITIONS
• Be aware of the wind conditions. Wind may cause load to swing or shifting of
load.
• If using in freezing conditions, you must be alert to possibility of ice forming on
the device. Use Caution when extending and retracting winch cables, boom, and
underlift. In addition use caution when opening/closing body panels
• Hydraulic cylinders are subject to thermal expansion and contraction. This may
result in changes to the boom and/or attachment position while the machine is
stationary. Factors aecting thermal movement can include the length of time
the machine is stationary, hydraulic oil temperature, ambient air temperature and
boom and/or attachment.
VEHICLE EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
The act of lifting and towing casualty vehicles that have often been involved in a
crash oers many opportunities to inict worse damage on the towed vehicle, or even
damage to the recovery vehicle. Recovery operators should take great care to avoid
this damage. Follow these guidelines to reduce the potential for equipment damage.
• Ensure vehicle is positioned in an area free from overhead obstructions. Keep a
safe working distance from overhead power lines, bridges, road signs and other
objects.
• Avoid retracting or extending the wrecker boom while under load.
• Do not tow a vehicle on its drive wheels unless steps have been taken to protect
its transmission and dierential. Follow the recommendations of the vehicle
manufacturer or use a towing dolly.
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