Operating Environment
Task Step Key Points
Check for
adequate fresh
air in operational
area.
1. Check that the operating
area has adequate fresh
air.
DANGER!!!
DO NOT operate the Vacuum
Machine in an enclosed or mostly
enclosed building, tank or
underground basement without
providing adequate fresh air to
the operator’s position.
Note: The engine exhaust
gases are toxic.
ACTIVITY
If used in an operating area
where fan forced fresh air is
provided to the operator’s,
ensure that they also wear a gas
monitor for: -
High levels of Carbon
Monoxide and Carbon Dioxide;
Low levels of Oxygen.
Operating Noise 1. Both the engine and
blower make loud
industrial noise.
Consider the impact of the operating
noise of the Vacuum Machine if used in
an area near residential, office or
shopping areas.
Also some planned work locations may
have night time noise restrictions.
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