OM2036 08/11 Safety - Section 20 Page 20-5 In The Operator’s Cab - Before Starting The Engine OPERATING THE MACHINE DO NOT leave tools or spare parts lying around or allow trash to accumulate in the cab of the truck. Keep all unauthorized reading material out of the truck cab. Starting The Engine DO NOT attempt to start the machine by shorting across the starter terminals. This may cause a fire, or serious injury or death, to anyone in the machine’s path. Keep the cab floor, controls, steps, and handrails free of oil, grease, snow, and excess dirt. Check for people and objects that remain on or around the truck. Read and understand the contents of the Operation and Maintenance manual.
Read the safety and operating instructions with special attention. Become thoroughly acquainted with all the gauges, instruments, and controls before operating the truck. DO NOT start the engine if a warning tag has been attached to the controls. When starting the engine, sound the horn as an alert. Start and operate the machine only while seated in the operator’s seat. Read and understand the warning and caution decals in the operator's cab. Ensure the steering wheel, horn, controls, and pedals are free of any oil, grease, or mud. DO NOT allow any unauthorized persons in the operator's compartment or any other place on the machine.
Check the windshield wiper, the condition of the wiper blades, and the washer fluid reservoir level. For machines equipped with a back-up alarm, check that the alarm works properly. Be familiar with all steering and brake system controls, warning devices, road speeds, and loading capabilities before operating the truck. Truck Operation - General Wear seat belts at all times. Only authorized persons are allowed to ride in the truck. Passengers must be in the cab and belted in the passenger seat. Seat Belts DO NOT allow anyone to ride on the decks or on the steps of the truck.
On both driver and passenger seats, check the seat belt fabric, buckle, all belt retractors and hardware for damage or wear. Replace any worn or damaged parts immediately. DO NOT allow anyone to get on or off the truck while it is in motion. Even if there are no signs of damage, replace both driver and passenger seat belts 5 years after seat belt manufacture, or every 3 years after start of use, whichever comes first. The passenger seat belt date of manufacture label is sewn into the seat belt near the buckle. The driver seat belt date of manufacture label is sewn into the back of the seat belt. DO NOT move the truck in or out of a building without a signal person present.
Know and obey hand signal communications between the operator and spotter. When other machines and personnel are present, the operator must move in and out of buildings, loading areas, and through traffic, under the direction of a signal person. Courtesy at all times is a safety precaution! Immediately report any adverse conditions on the haul road, pit, or dump area that may cause an operating hazard.