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2 Safety
Operations Manual
Bison 120
20-07-2018
Page 2-8
Revision 2.0
2.2 Personal Safety
Ascertain from the appropriate authority and observe all statutory and any other regulations
that apply to the planned location before operating the machine. Operators must be trained and
competent in the correct and safe use of all equipment.
Before operation, the operator must:
• Have received specific and adequate training in the task to be carried out.
• Have read and understood the operations manual and the Safety Signs in this manual and
around the machine.
• Knows the location and function of controls and safety features such as emergency stop buttons
and safety guards.
• Be aware of all moving parts of the machine.
Only trained, competent, reliable, and authorized personnel must carry out any work on and/or
with the machine. Statutory minimum age limits must be observed.
Only a skilled electrician or persons instructed under the supervision and guidance of a skilled
electrician must carry out work on the electrical system. Work on the electrical system must be
in accordance with electrical engineering rules and regulations.
Only personnel with special knowledge and experience of hydraulic equipment must carry out
work on the hydraulic system.
(1) Personal Protective Equipment
Where possible when working close to engines or machinery, only do so when they are stopped.
If it is not practical, remember to keep tools, test equipment, and all other parts of your body away
from the moving parts. Loose or baggy clothing can get caught in running machinery.
For safety reasons, long hair must be tied back or otherwise secured, garments must be close
fitting and no jewelry such as rings can be worn. Injury can result from being caught up in the
machinery or from rings catching on moving parts.
Always wear correctly fitting (EN/ANSI approved) protective clothing.
For transport, setup, operation, and maintenance or when in the vicinity of the machine PPE
must be worn. PPE includes but is not limited to: Hard Hat, Safety Glasses, Ear Protection, Dust
Mask, Close fitting Overalls, Steel Toed Boots and a High Visibility Vest. Additional PPE could
be required as needed.