2.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY 2.1.5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GOVERNING SPECIFIC OPERATIONAL PHASES STANDARD OPERATION l Avoid any operational mode that might be prejudicial to safety. l Before beginning work, familiarize yourself with the surround- ings and circumstances of the site, such as obstacles in the working and travelling area, the soil bearing capacity and any barriers separating the construction site from public roads. l Take the necessary precautions to ensure that the machine is used only when in a safe and reliable state.
Operate the machine only if all protective and safety-oriented devices, such as re- movable safety devices, emergency shut-off equipment, sound-proofing elements and exhaust- ers, are in place and fully functional. l Check the machine at least once per working shift for obvious damage and defects. Report any changes (incl. changes in the machine’s working behaviour) to the competent organiza- tion/person immediately. If necessary, stop the machine immediately and lock it. l In the event of malfunctions, stop the machine immediately and lock it. Have any defects rectified immediately. l Start the machine from the driver’s seat only.
l During start-up and shut-down procedures always watch the indicators in accordance with the Operation,- Lubrication and Maintenance Manual. l Before starting up or setting the machine in motion, make sure that nobody is at risk. l Before starting work or travelling with the machine, check that the braking, steering, signalling and lighting systems are fully functional. l Before setting the machine in motion always check that the accessories have been safely stowed away. l When travelling on public roads, ways and places always observe the valid traffic regulations and, if necessary, make sure beforehand that the machine is in a condition compatible with these regulations.
l In conditions of poor visibility and after dark always switch on the lighting system. l Persons accompanying the driver must be seated on the pas- senger seat provided for this purpose. l When crossing underpasses, bridges and tunnels or when passing under overhead lines always make sure that there is sufficient clearance. 20