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3.1 Safety Information,
Precautions and Safe Working
Practices
Follow All Safety Instructions
a. Carefully read all safety messages in this
manual and the safety and informative
symbols on your engine and plant.
b. Starting any diesel engine can be dan-
gerous in the hands of inexperienced
people. Engine operators must be in-
structed in the correct procedures before
attempting to start any engine.
c. Do not make any unauthorised modifica
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tions as these may affect the safe opera-
tion of the engine and put the operator
at risk.
d. Ensure all starting devices are removed,
or isolated, before commencing any work
on the engine or plant.
Emergency Considerations
a. Be prepared with suitable equipment,
and knowledge, in case a fire starts.
b. Know where to make calls to the emer-
gency services from.
c. Ensure a third party knows where you are
working and when you leave the working
area.
Handling Fluids Safely
a. When working with fuel or batteries do
not smoke or work near to heaters or
other fire hazards.
b. Store flammable liquids away from fire
hazards.
c. Do not expose pressurised containers to
heat and do not incinerate or puncture
them.
d. Handle fuel with care and always stop
the engine before refuelling. Do not
overfill the fuel tank.
e. Thoroughly clean any lubricating or fuel
oil from the skin as soon as possible.
f. Rectify all fuel, coolant and oil leaks as
soon as practicable and clean any spills
when they occur.
g. Remove any build-up of grease, oil or
debris.
h. Batteries contain sulphuric acid - if the
acid has been splashed on the skin,
eyes or clothes flush it away with copious
amounts of fresh water and seek medi-
cal aid.
Personal Safety
a. Tie long hair close to your head.
b. Do not wear a necktie, scarf, loose cloth-
ing or necklace when working close to a
running engine.
c. It is advisable to remove rings and other
jewellery to prevent possible entangle-
ment in moving parts. These items could
also cause an electric short circuit if any
part of the electrical system is being
worked on.
d. Do not work under any plant that is only
held by overhead lifting equipment.
Personal Protective Clothing and
Equipment
a. Wear close fitting clothing and personal
protective clothing and safety equipment
appropriate to the work being done.
b. Wear suitable ear protection to protect
against objectionable or uncomfortable
loud noise.
Prolonged exposure to loud noise can
cause impairment, or loss of hearing.
c. The use of music or radio headphones
could cause a loss of concentration.
Handling Chemical Products Safely
a. Direct exposure to hazardous chemicals
can cause serious injury.
b. Potentially hazardous chemicals include
such items as lubricants, fuel, coolant
concentrate, battery acid, paint and
adhesives.
c. Manufacturers Safety Data Sheets will
provide specific details of the physical
and health hazards, safety and emer
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3. Safety Information and Precautions
3. Safety Information and Precautions
