40-12 Preparing Machine and Work Area VX30/VX50 Gen3/ECO50 Vacuum Excavators
Electrically Insulated Boots
If electrically insulated boots are not available locally, they can be obtained through Vermeer Corporation.
Rubber electrically insulated boots, when in
good condition and correctly used, also protect the wearer from
death, serious injury, and electrical burns. The boots must meet or exceed electrical hazard protection
requirements when tested at 14,000 volts.
If working at a jobsite where underground el
ectrical utilities are present, the operator and anyone assisting the
operator during potholing must wear electrically insulated gloves and boots.
Inspect boots before each use. C
heck for cracks, holes, and unusual wear on the sole. If there is damage, discard
boots. Damaged boots will not provide adequate electrical protection.
After each use, rinse boots with water to remove mud, che
micals, and debris. The boots are made with natural
rubber, so it is important to use a rubber protectant or furniture polish. This keeps rubber soft and prevents
pinholes, stress cracks, dry rotting, and ozone deterioration.
Jobsite Assessment
Ensure you understand and comply with all jobsite rules that might apply to your work situation.
Examine work area for any obstructions, conditions, or
situations which may impair machine operation or
create a safety hazard for the operator or other persons. Use information in this manual combined with your
own good judgment when identifying these hazards and implementing hazard avoidance measures.
WARNING: The weight of your machine may cause the ground to give way. Machine can fall into
excavation or tip over. Death or serious injury could result. Keep well away from edges of
embankments or excavation.
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