5
ST1-075A Ia 12/98
6.
Chemical Hazards
Hydraulic Fluid
DO NOT attempt to repair or tighten any hydraulic
hoses or fittings while the host vehicle engine is
running or when the hydraulic system is under
pressure. Fluid in the hydraulic system is under
enough pressure that it can penetrate the skin
causing serious injury or death.
HOT HYDRAULIC FLUID WILL CAUSE SEVERE
BURNS. Wait for fluid to cool down before
disconnecting lines.
DO NOT use your hand to check for leaks. Use a
piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks.
Wear gloves to protect hands from spraying fluid.
Hydraulic fluid can cause permanent eye injury.
Wear appropriate eye protection, stop engine and
relieve hydraulic reservoir pressure before
disconnecting lines.
If anyone is injured by or if any hydraulic fluid is
injected into the skin, obtain medical attention
immediately or gangrene may result.
1.
Preparation & Prevention
Know the location and function of all host vehicle
controls that operate the sandbagger.
Holes, obstructions, debris, and other work area
hazards can cause injury or death. Always walk
around and look for these and other hazards
before operating the host vehicle with sandbagger
attached in a new work area.
Prevent accidents when you move the host vehicle
around the work site. Know the rules for
movement of people and vehicles on the work site.
Follow the instructions of signals and signs.
Use sand bag support to prevent possible hand or
back injury.
DO NOT operate the sandbagger unless:
•
all safety equipment is in proper working
condition.
•
all four screen belt shields are in place
(Figure 2), and
•
all safety decals are in place and readable.
(Replace all missing, illegible, or damaged decals.)
2.
Thrown Material Hazard
During sandbagging operation, sand may be
thrown from sand outlet. DO NOT look into the
outlet during operation as serious eye injury may
occur.
NEVER operate the sandbagger without proper
eye protection and without rock screens and belt
shields in place and securely attached.
3.
Safety Devices
Utilize safety devices as intended or serious injury
or death may result.
• NEVER attempt operation without safety stand,
height pin and retainer pin in place. (Figure 9)
Figure 2
OM0250
Operational Considerations
Belt screen shields
