7 Environment
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Environmental Awareness
Aim to define your own environmental awareness. Ask your
supervisor for more training if required. After the training, make
sure that you can adapt the information received to your
everyday tasks. Product manuals also contain environmental
information about the product.
Ensure that you have sufficient general knowledge about the
matters that have to do with your tasks. You can improve your
product knowledge by studying user manuals and spare parts
lists provided by the manufacturer. The manufacturer will also
provide the necessary user training when needed. Find out
about the environmental and safety instructions for using,
servicing and repairing the machine. What is most important is
to know how to act in exceptional cases. Follow the
maintenance and adjustment schedules carefully. Use the
designated oils and other liquids. Check that the oil levels are
correct. In general, when using the machine, make sure that it
works properly and is in the appropriate condition for the job.
Try to decrease emissions and the amount of waste produced
as best you can. Do not take any risks, work with care. Try to
do the right things in the right way.
Environmental Problems
By environmental problems, we mean faults detected in
machine operation that will or might be harmful to the
environment. The most common of these are oil and other
liquid spills, toxic waste, leaks and fires. If seals on cabs are
damaged or worn, this can also lead to an environmental
problem, in case it causes the operator to be exposed to noise
levels which are too high. If there are possible environmental
problems, immediately contact your supervisor or the person
responsible for environmental issues.
Continuous monitoring of the machine operation along with
preventive maintenance and repairs ensures the safe and
uninterrupted use of the product. Follow the maintenance
instructions diligently so as not to jeopardize the machine and
its user. By blocking up leaks and checking the joints and pipe
installations, you can ensure that no unwanted liquids are
released from the machine.
Laws and Regulations
There are several laws and regulations that have to do with
using the machine. It is the employer's responsibility to make
sure the requirements are met in the work. Environmental
issues have become increasingly important. It is important to
be aware of the current requirements, but it is equally
important to follow up on the changes in the requirements. The
requirements tend to become tighter all the time.
