SAFETY
WA200-5L 1-11
GENERAL SAFETY RULES AND PRECAUTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
Only trained and authorized personnel should be allowed to operate and service this machine.
Before operating this machine, it is important to study the operator’s manual thoroughly and become familiar with all controls
and safety decals. Keep this manual with your machine at all times for easy and quick reference.
Safety must always be the operator’s most important concern. Never operate a machine that is unsafe or in poor operating
condition.
Always perform a pre-operational check on your machine before operating it.
If the machine is equipped with a seat belt and rollover protective structure, OSHA law requires that the operator remain
within the confines of the rollover protective structure, with the seat belt fastened snugly around his/her waist before operating
the machine.
OSHA law states that if your equipment is designed for operation by one person, it is for one person only. Never allow other
personnel to ride on your machine, in any manner.
Never leave your machine running and unattended. Always park the machine in a level area; lower any work equipment to the
ground; set the parking brake; lock the controls; and turn the engine off before exiting the operator’s compartment.
Be sure that all personnel are at least 12 m (40 ft) away from any point on the machine before moving or operating the
machine. Never allow anyone to stand near the machine while in operation. Remember: the larger the machine, the more
restricted your visibility.
If pedestrians are in the area, proceed slowly and sound your horn. Keep in mind that pedestrians have the right of way, and a
loaded or smaller machine has the right of way over an unloaded machine.
Never use your machine for tasks for which it was not designed; damage to the machine or injury to the operator may result.
Follow all safety rules, precautions, and instructions when operating or performing maintenance on the machine.
It is the owner’s and /or operator’s responsibility to replace any safety or warning decals if they are defaced or removed from
the machine.
Think before you act; study the job carefully. Careful operators and service personnel are the best insurance against accidents.
The operator of this machine must be alert, physically fit, and free from the influences of alcohol, drugs, or medications that
might affect his/her eyesight, hearing, or reactions.
When working with another person on a work site, or during traffic control, be sure all personnel involved understand all hand
signals that are to be used.
When leaving a job site for long periods of time, always lower all work equipment to the ground; neutralize work equipment
controls; and lock and secure your machine properly to avoid tampering by other personnel.
Never drive up to anyone standing in your path of travel. Always be sure that all personnel are standing to the side when you
approach them and that they acknowledge your approach.
Follow all rules relating to safety as outlined in this manual and by your company; never get involved in horseplay.
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