Ditch Witch PR95, Operator'S Manual

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Safety - 16
PR95 Operator’s Manual
Emergency Procedures
CMW
If an Electric Line is Damaged
If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are in pit , DO NOT MOVE. Remain in pit and
take the following actions. The order and degree of action will depend upon the situation.
• Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred. Instruct them to leave the area and contact
utility.
• Contact utility company to shut off power.
• Do not leave pit until given permission by utility company.
If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are out of pit , DO NOT TOUCH ANYTHING IN
PIT. Take the following actions. The order and degree of action will depend upon the situation.
• LEAVE AREA. The ground surface may be electrified, so take small steps with feet close together to
reduce the hazard of being shocked from one foot to the other. For more information, contact your
Ditch Witch dealer.
• Contact utility company to shut off power.
• Do not return to jobsite or allow anyone into area until given permission by utility company.
If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are on other piece of equipment , DO NOT
MOVE. Remain on truck or trailer and take the following actions. The order and degree of action will
depend on the situation.
• Warn people nearby that an electric strike has occurred. Instruct them to leave the area and contact
utility.
• Contact utility company to shut off power.
• Do not return to area or allow anyone into area until given permission by utility company.
If you suspect an electric line has been damaged and you are off other piece of equipment , DO NOT
TOUCH EQUIPMENT. Take the following actions. The order and degree of action will depend on the
situation.
• LEAVE AREA.
• Contact utility company to shut off power.
• Do not return to area or allow anyone into area until given permission by utility company.