RosRoca Dennis Eagle Olympus, Service Manual

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HEALTH AND SAFETY
OL1D-SM-GB02D
2.5 Precautions and protection
for personnel
2.5.1 Personal hygiene
Personal hygiene is important at all times, particularly
for those working in the waste disposal environment
where rats can breed and spread diseases such as
LEPTOSPIROSIS .
Leptospirosis , or Weil’s disease, is a form of jaundice
with early stages similar to influenza. The infection
sometimes enters the body through breaks in the
skin, so thorough first aid treatment of all wounds is
important.
Leptospirosis is carried in the urine of rats. If you
have the slightest suspicion that you are working in a
contaminated environment follow these rules rigidly:
1. Wear protective clothing at all times.
2. Do not allow the inside of protective clothing to
become soiled.
3. After removing protective clothing wash it
thoroughly and allow to dry.
4. Wash hands and forearms thoroughly after working
and especially before eating and drinking.
5. Wash every scratch, graze or cut of the skin, treat it
with antiseptic, and cover it with a sterile dressing,
e.g. plaster. This applies to ALL wounds; not just
those suffered at work.
6. If the First‑Aid kit requires replenishing, report it to
your supervisor.
7. With any injury that is more than a scratch or slight
cut, consult your doctor and mention the type of
work you do.
8. Do not rub your mouth, nose or eyes when
working.
9. At all visits to your doctor, mention the type of
work you do and the environment you work under.
10. Apply barrier creams before each work period.
Note: Preparations containing lanolin replace the
natural skin oils which can be removed when washing.
11. Do not wash skin with fuels, thinners or solvents.
12. Obtain medical advice if skin disorders develop.
2.5.2 Protective clothing
1. Use and take care of all personal protective
clothing and equipment supplied by your employer
for your safety.
2. While operating or carrying out maintenance on a
refuse collection vehicle, wear protective clothing
complying with health and safety legislation and
standards applicable to the country in which the
vehicle is being used, including:
• A boiler suit, or a two piece protective overall,
not too loosely fitting and of a distinctive
colour.
• Protective boots or shoes with steel toe caps
and in‑soles.
• A hard protective hat.
• Protective gloves.
• Protective spectacles.
• Goggles and particle mask if working in dusty
conditions.
• Suitable eye protection to protect eyes from
welding flash or sparks from grinding.
• Reflective armbands or jacket when working on
the road.
3. Wear impervious gloves where there is a risk of
contact with hydraulic system oil.
4. Wear eye protection (chemical goggles or face
shields) where there is a risk of eye contact.
5. Avoid contaminating clothes and protective
equipment with oil:
6. Do not put oily rags in pockets.
7. Clean overalls regularly.
8. Discard unwashable or oil impregnated clothing.
9. Do not wear loose fitting clothing whilst operating
or carrying out maintenance on the vehicle.
10. Always remove all personal jewellery, e.g. rings,
watches, chains etc., before commencing operation
or work on the vehicle.
11. Tie long hair back from the face.