Operations Manual United Kingdom 1-October-2013
TA9 & 10 Tier 4 Page 2 - 9
Safety 2
• Never use petrol, diesel fuel or kerosene.
• Avoid skin contact with oil soaked clothing.
• Do not keep oily rags in pockets.
• Wash dirty clothing before reuse.
• Throw away oil soaked shoes.
(C) First Aid - Oil
(1) Swallowing Oil
If oil is swallowed, do not induce vomiting.
Get Medical Advice.
(2) Skin Contact
In the case of excessive skin contact, wash with soap and water.
(3) Eye Contact
In the case of eye contact, flush with water for 15 minutes. If the irritation persists, get medical
attention.
2.14 Oil or Fuel Spillage
Absorb with sand or a locally approved brand of absorbent granules. Scrape up and dispose of
in a chemical disposal area.
2.15 Gradients
(1) Ascending or Descending
When ascending or descending a gradient with a dumper the skip MUST ALWAYS face the top
of the incline. Always drive up and reverse down inclines (Figure 2.1). Do not attempt to drive
down inclines there is a serious risk of overturning.
Figure 2.1 - Ascending or Descending Gradients