SAFETY
SA-11
AVOID INJURY FROM BACK-OVER AND
SWING ACCIDENTS
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If any person is present near the machine when
backing or swinging the upperstructure, the ma-
chine may hit or run over that person, resulting in
serious injury or death.
To avoid back-over and swing accidents:
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Always look around BEFORE YOU BACK UP
AND SWING THE MACHINE. BE SURE THAT
ALL BYSTANDERS ARE CLEAR.
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Keep the travel alarm in working condition (if
equipped).
ALWAYS BE ALERT FOR BYSTANDERS
MOVING INTO THE WORK AREA. USE THE
HORN OR OTHER SIGNAL TO WARN
BYSTANDERS BEFORE MOVING MACHINE.
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USE A SIGNAL PERSON WHEN BACKING UP
IF YOUR VIEW IS OBSTRUCTED. ALWAYS
KEEP THE SIGNAL PERSON IN VIEW.
Use hand signals, which conform to your local
regulations, when work conditions require a
signal person.
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No machine motions shall be made unless
signals are clearly understood by both signalman
and operator.
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Learn the meanings of all flags, signs, and
markings used on the job and confirm who has
the responsibility for signaling.
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Keep windows, mirrors, and lights clean and in
good condition.
•
Dust, heavy rain, fog, etc., can reduce visibility.
As visibility decreases, reduce speed and use
proper lighting.
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Read and understand all operating instructions in
the operator’s manual.
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