INTRODUCTION
Applied chemicals require additional precautions. Obtain complete information from the manufacturer or distributor
of the chemicals before you use them.
Utility safety
When digging or using ground-engaging equipment, be aware of buried cables and other services. Contact your local
utilities or authorities, as appropriate, to determine the locations of services.
Make sure that the machine has sufficient clearance to pass in all directions. Pay special attention to overhead power
lines and hanging obstacles. High voltage lines may require significant clearance for safety. Contact local authorities
or utilities to obtain safe clearance distances from high voltage power lines.
Retract raised or extended components, if necessary. Remove or lower radio antennas or other accessories. Should
a contact between the machine and an electric power source occur, the following precautions must be taken:
• Stop the machine movement immediately.
• Apply the parking brake, stop the engine, and remove the key.
• Check if you can safely leave the cab or your actual position without contact with electrical wires. If not, stay in your
position and call for help. If you can leave your position without touching lines, jump clear of the machine to make
sure that you do not make contact with the ground and the machine at the same time.
• Do not permit anyone to touch the machine until power has been shut off to the power lines.
Electrical storm safety
Do not operate machine during an electrical storm.
If you are on the ground during an electrical storm, stay away from machinery and equipment. Seek shelter in a
permanent, protected structure.
If an electrical storm should strike during operation, remain in the cab. Do not leave the cab or operator’s platform.
Do not make contact with the ground or objects outside the machine.
Mounting and dismounting
Mount and dismount the machine only at designated locations that have handholds, steps, and/or or ladders.
Do not jump off of the machine.
Make sure that steps, ladders, and platforms remain clean and clear of debris and foreign substances. Injury may
result from slippery surfaces.
Face the machine when you mount and dismount the machine.
Maintain a three-point contact with steps, ladders, and handholds.
Never mount or dismount from a moving machine.
Do not use the steering wheel or other controls or accessories as handholds when you enter or exit the cab or oper-
ator’s platform.
Working at heights
When the normal use and maintenance of the machine requires you to work at heights:
• Correctly use installed steps, ladders, and railings.
• Never use ladders, steps, or railings while the machine is moving.
• Do not stand on surfaces that are not designated as steps or platforms.
Do not use the machine as a lift, ladder, or platform for working at heights.
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