SUNWARD SWE90UF-2PB - Worksite Safety; Operation on Loosened Area; Signals and Gestures from Flagman

SWE90UF-2PB Operation & Maintenance Manual
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1.2.16 Worksite Safety
 Thoroughly inspect worksite for any abnormal danger situations prior to operation.
 Operate with extra care for any operation in vicinity of flammable materials such as thatched roof,
dry leaves or dry grass.
 Survey terrain and ground condition around worksite.
Determine a safest operation method in a safe manner.
 Do not operate in vicinity of the area in which there is a risk
of landslide or falling rock.
 At the work around place of water or gas lines, or cables
underground. Contact relevant utility to identify their locations. Pay attention not to rapture or
damage any of these lines.
 Take necessary measures to prevent any unauthorized person from entry into work area.
 In the event of operation over soft ground or in shallow water, it’s necessary to check type and
condition of rock bed, and take water depth, flow speed into account prior to operation.
 In the event of operation in vicinity of over bridge or overhead stuff, be cautious not to collide with
front working device of machine.
1.2.17 Operation on Loosened Area
 Do not operate around cliff, shoulder of road or ditch. In this area, the ground is loosened. There is a
possibility of getting into danger of ground sinking with vibration and weight of the machine. Bear in
mind that the soil is loosened in this area after heavy rain, explosion operation or earthquake.
 When working on a dike or around ditch, there is a possibility of getting into danger of ground
sinking resulting from vibration or weight of the machine. It’s necessary to take measures to secure
safety against tip-over and falling off.
1.2.18 Signals and Gestures from Flagman
 Provide caution plates when working on shoulder of road or loosened
ground. Provide a flagman if necessary. Operator must pay much
attention to caution plates and follow flagman’s instruction.
 Use only one flagman to instruct.
 Make sure all signals and gestures are understood by the personnel prior
to operation.
 It’s necessary to offer a flagman to organize operation during multi-machine operation. Be sure all
his signals are understood and follower by operators.