Textron PT-3500, Operator'S Manual

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Safety
Employer Safety Precautions
This
guideline is intended to assist
owners/employers to ensure equipment is
serviced and operated in a safe manner. Each
job site may have additional situations and
conditions which need consideration.
Monitor the operators to be sure they observe
and practice safety procedures and operate the
support equipment as outlined in this manual.
Establish a regular inspection program which
includes malfunction reports, inspection, and
service records. This inspection should cover
the machine condition, adjustment, and ensure
all safeguards are in place and functional.
Additionally,
all pre/post-operation
inspections should be conducted at prescribed
intervals.
Make sure that any malfunction or breakdown
affecting the safe operation of the equipment
is properly corrected or repaired before
returning the machine to service.
The employer shall provide training and
instruction in chemical safety and safe
methods of work before assigning workers to
operate, service, or repair the machine and
equipment. A record of training dates,
employee names, and level of training shall be
maintained. Only persons who have a full
understanding of the provided manual-
(provided in English only)
, and who are competent in
the use of overhead pulling and tensioning
machines; to include all applicable laws,
regulations, and safety standards, should be
allowed to operate this machine. There are
significant hazards inherent to the use of this
machine; therefore, all operators should be
educated on all functions, procedures, and
safety measures outlined in this manual- prior
to their use or maintenance of this machine.
Employer shall utilize a lock-out/tag-out
procedure which complies with OSHA
Standard, Part 1910.147, Title 29 of the Code of
Federal Regulations. This procedure must
include control of all keys.
The employer will specifically inspect all safety
equipment and protective devices on the
equipment to ensure they are not bypassed or
disabled. Operation of equipment will not be
permitted unless all safety devices are in place
and functional. The employer shall meet all
appropriate information dissemination and
protection requirements for the workers.