SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
… Wear
appropriate protective work clothing and equipment. Cut and puncture-
resistant gloves, approved safety glasses with side shields and/or face
protection, and approved hearing protective earplugs or earmuffs should be
worn while operating the UTILITY AIRSPADE. Eye protection should comply
with ANSI Z87.1-1989. Ear protection should provide an NRR of at least 20 dB.
… Wear
approved, electrically insulated footwear and gloves if working near
underground utility lines.
… Wear
approved respiratory protection when working in extremely dusty
conditions.
… Ensure
that all personnel near the area being excavated are aware that the
UTILITY AIRSPADE is being used and that they wear appropriate personal
protection as indicated.
… Call
811 at least 2 days prior to digging to have locations of underground
utilities marked.
… Protect
surfaces that could be chipped, or damaged by dislodged soil or rock
particles adjacent to the excavation work area by using suitable drop cloths,
screens, or other means.
… Check
the UTILITY AIRSPADE for loose or damaged parts prior to use.
Tighten, repair, and/or replace as necessary.
… Inspect
hoses for leakage, kinking, abrasion, corrosion, or any other signs
of wear or damage. Worn or damaged hose assemblies should be replaced
immediately.
… Inspect
fiberglass barrel for cracks, wear, or damage.
… Check
that the air compressor is delivering the specified pressure to operate
the
UTILITY AIRSPADE.
… Maintain
a clean fiberglass barrel. Remove dirt, dust, and
other contaminants.
ALWAYS
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