. SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS SAFETY AT WORKSITE 2 - 14 Before s tarting operations, thoroughly check the area fo r any unusual conditions that could When carrying out opera tions near combustible mate rials such as thatched roofs, dry lea ves or dry grass, there is a h azard of fire, so be careful when operating. Chec k the terrain and co ndition of the ground at the w orksite, and determine the safest m ethod of operation. Do not op erate where there is a hazard of landslides or f alling rocks. If wat er lines, gas lines, o r high-voltage electrical lines may be buried under the worksite, c ontact each utility and identi fy their locations.
B e careful not to sever or dam Take necessary measur es to prevent any unauthoriz from entering the operati In particular, if you need t o operate on a road, protect and c ars by designating a person for worksite traffic installing fences around When traveling or operat ing in shallow water or on so check the shape and co ndition of the bedrock, and and s peed of flow of the water before starting operati WORKING ON LOOSE GRO UND ting your machine too close to the edge of cliffs, overhangs, and deep ditches. The Avoid traveling or opera groun d may be weak in s uch areas.
If the ground sh ould collapse under the weight or vib ration of the machine, there is a hazard that the machine may fall or tip over. Remember that the soil after heavy rain or blasting or after earthquakes is weak in t hese areas. When working on emban kments or near excavated di tches, there is a hazard that the wei ght and vibration of the machine will cause the s oil to collapse. Before startin g operations, take steps to ensure t hat the ground is safe and to prevent the mach ine from rolling over or fallin g.