1-8 Publication: 0028607
SAFETY
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TRIP AND FALL PREVENTION SAFETY
Figure 1-7
• Always maintain three-point contact with the
machine, using two hands and one foot, or two feet
and one hand, at all times during entry and exit.
Never grab control levers or steering wheel when
mounting or dismounting machine.
• Walkways and steps should be checked monthly to
ensure a proper non-slip surface. Repair or replace
damaged walkway or steps.
• Keep grab handles, steps, and walkways free of
mud, oil, grease, and other foreign material. Clean
non-skid surface material as required.
• Ground level personnel must be present whenever
climbing onto unit to protect against inadvertent
operation.
• During operation, occupants on elevated equipment
surfaces must wear a full body harness with a
lanyard attached to an authorized lanyard anchorage
point. Attach only one lanyard per lanyard anchorage
point.
• Face the machine when entering or leaving the
elevated equipment surfaces.