Prohibited Operations Do not dig the work face under an overhang. This may cause the overhang to collapse and fall on top of the machine. FG000368 Figure 20 Do not carry out deep digging under the front of the machine. The ground under the machine may collapse and cause the machine to fall. Working heavy loads over loose, soft ground or uneven, broken terrain can cause dangerous side load conditions and possible tipover and injury. Travel without a load or a balanced load may also be hazardous. Never relay on lift jacks or other inadequate supports when work is being done. Block tracks fore and aft to prevent any movement.
FG000170 Figure 21 When using the machine, to prevent accidents caused by damage to the work equipment and overturning because of an excessive load, do not use the machine in excess of its ability (in terms of the maximum load and stability determined by the structure of the machine). When working at the edge of an excavation or on a road shoulder, the machine could tip over, possibly resulting in serious injury or death. Investigate the configuration and ground conditions of the work site beforehand to prevent the machine from falling and to prevent the ground, stockpiles, or banks from collapsing. FG000367 Figure 22 OP001759 Safety 1-30