Leach 2R-III, Maintenance Manual

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14 Safety
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To establish a “lockout/tagout” procedure and ensure its application any time inspection, repair
or maintenance is performed on the vehicle, regardless of whether it takes place on the road or in
the garage.
Employee Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of the employee:
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To enforce all safety measures to meet the requirements established by the employer.
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To operate the 2R-III™ only after having received proper instructions and training.
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To make sure that nobody is near the vehicle before activating any of the controls, and to be
prepared to stop at any indication of possible danger.
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To immediately report any damage or malfunction of the vehicle to the employer or supervisor.
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To know where to get assistance in the event of an emergency.
I
MPORTANT
: Do not use damaged equipment.
Things to Do
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Make sure that the area is clear of any people or possible obstructions.
I
MPORTANT
: Be extremely cautious in areas where small children may be present.
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Inspect for overhead hazards (e.g. power lines) prior to raising tailgate.
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Always use the tailgate safety prop before entering the area between the main body and the
tailgate.
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Obey all warning and operation stickers.
Things to Avoid
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Do not operate any vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, narcotics or other intoxicants.
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Do not leave the vehicle before it is brought to a complete stop and work brake or parking brake is
applied.
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Do not enter the hopper or main body unless the engine is shut off, the key is removed and there is
an out-of-service tag on the steering wheel (see
Locking Out and Tagging Out the Vehicle
on
page 28).