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Chapter 1: Safety
Understanding and following safety procedures consistently will help to ensure the safety of machine operators and
bystanders.
Safety
Understanding and consistently following these safety procedures will help to ensure the safety of those operating the
machine and of bystanders.
1.1 Signal Words
Three signal words, DANGER , WARNING, and CAUTION, are used to alert you to hazardous situations. Two signal words,
IMPORTANT and NOTE, identify non-safety related information.
Signal words are selected using the following guidelines:
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. It may also be
used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may be used
to alert against unsafe practices.
IMPORTANT:
Indicates a situation that, if not avoided, could result in a malfunction or damage to the machine.
NOTE:
Provides additional information or advice.
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