Wacker Neuson BH 55 User Manual

3 Safety
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3.9 Qualification of the operating personnel
Operator qualifications
Only trained personnel are permitted to start and operate the machine. The following rules also apply:
 You are physically and mentally fit.
 You have received instruction on how to independently operate the machine.
 You have received instruction in the proper use of the machine.
 You are familiar with required safety devices.
 You are authorized to start machines and systems in accordance with the standards governing
safety.
 Your company or the operator has assigned you to work independently with this machine.
Incorrect operation
Incorrect operation or misuse by untrained personnel can endanger the health and safety of the operator
or third persons and also cause machine and material damage.
3.10 Operating company responsibilities
The operating company must make the operator's manual available to the operator and ensure that the
operator has read and understood it.
Work recommendations
Please observe the recommendations below:
 Work only if you are in a good physical condition.
 Work attentively, particularly as you finish.
 Do not operate the machine when you are tired.
 Carry out all work calmly, circumspectly and carefully.
 Never operate the machine under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. This can impair your
vision, reactions and your judgment.
 Work in a manner that does not endanger others.
 Ensure that no persons or animals are within the danger zone.
3.11 Protective gear
Work clothing
Clothing should be appropriate, i.e. should be close-fitting but not restrict your movement.
When on construction sites, do not wear long hair loosely, loose clothing or jewelry including rings.
These objects can easily get caught or be drawn in by moving machine parts.
Only wear clothing made of material that is not easily flammable.
3.11.1 Personal protective gear
Wear personal protective gear to avoid injuries or health hazards:
 Non-skid, hard-toed shoes.
 Work gloves made of durable material.
 Overalls made of durable material.
 Hard hat.
 Ear protection.
 Face protection.
 Eye protection.
 Breathing protection in the case of dusty ambient air.
Ear protection
This machine generates noise that exceeds the country-specific permissible noise levels (individual
rating level). It may therefore be necessary to wear ear protection. You can find the exact value in the
chapter Technical Data.
When wearing ear protection while working, you must pay attention and exercise caution because your
hearing is limited, e.g. in case someone screams or a signal tone sounds.
Wacker Neuson recommends that you always wear ear protection.

Wacker Neuson BH 55 Specifications

General

Brand	Wacker Neuson
Model	BH 55
Category	Power Hammer
Language	English