Safety 5
Employee Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the employee:
To enforce all safety measures to meet the requirements established by the employer.
To operate the A
UTOMIZER
TM
RECYCLER only after having received instruction and training.
To perform routine daily unit inspections.
To make sure that nobody is near the vehicle before activating any of the controls, and to be
prepared to stop at any indication of possible danger.
To immediately report to the employer or supervisor any damage or malfunction to the vehicle.
IMPORTANT: Do not use damaged equipment
Things to Do
Inspect the body and all systems at the beginning of each day.
Make sure that the area is clear of any people or possible obstructions.
IMPORTANT: Be extremely cautious in areas where small children may be present.
Wear safety glasses and footwear, gloves, and any other safety equipment when loading and
packing refuse.
Check if mirrors, windows, lights, and monitor equipment are clean and properly adjusted.
Check for explosive trash (e.g. television sets, paint cans, fluorescent light tubes, etc.).
Use caution when driving with an unevenly distributed load.
Inspect for overhead hazards (e.g. power lines) prior to hoisting the body or climbing on it.
Always use the body safety prop when servicing under the body.
Always use the tailgate safety prop before entering the area between the main body and the
tailgate.
Obey all warning and operation stickers.
Things to Avoid
Do not operate any vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, narcotics or other intoxicants.
Do not talk on a cell phone or listen to loud music while driving.
Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing.
Do not leave the vehicle before it is brought to a complete stop and work or parking brake is
applied.
Do not enter the hopper or main body unless the engine is shut off, the key is removed and there is
an out-of-service tag on the steering wheel (see Locking Out and Taging Out the Vehicle on
page 27).
Do not hoist the body on uneven ground.