OM2036 08/11 Safety - Section 20 Page 20-1 GENERAL SAFETY Safety records of most organizations will show that the greatest percentage of accidents are caused by unsafe behavior. The remainder are caused by unsafe mechanical or physical conditions. Report all unsafe conditions to the proper authority. Wear a hard hat, safety glasses, safety shoes, mask, and gloves when operating or maintaining a machine. Wear safety goggles, a hard hat, and heavy gloves if your job involves scattering metal chips or very small materials--particularly when driving pins with a hammer, or when cleaning air cleaner elements with compressed air.
Also, ensure that the work area is free of other personnel during such tasks. The following safety rules are provided as a guide for the operator. However, local conditions and regula- tions may add many more to this list. Unauthorized Modification Any modification made to this vehicle, without authorization from Komatsu America Corp., can possibly create hazards. Read and follow all safety precautions. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. Before making any modification, consult your authorized regional Komatsu America Corp. distributor. Komatsu will not be responsible for any injury or damage caused by any unauthorized modification.
PERSONAL SAFETY Safety Rules Only trained and authorized personnel can operate and maintain the machine. Leaving The Operator’s Seat Follow all safety rules, precautions, and instructions when operating or performing maintenance on the machine. When leaving the operator's seat, DO NOT touch any controls. To prevent accidents from occurring, perform the following: When working with another operator, or a person on work site traffic duty, ensure all personnel understand all hand signals that are to be used. Move the selector switch to NEUTRAL, and apply the parking brake. Lower the dump body, and move the hoist control lever to the FLOAT position.
Truck Safety Features Ensure all guards and covers are in their proper position. Repair any damaged guards and covers. (See Walk-Around Inspection, later in this section.) Stop the engine. When exiting the machine, lock compartments, and take the keys with you to prevent entry from unauthorized persons. Mounting And Dismounting Learn the proper use of safety features, such as safety locks, safety pins, and seat belts. Use these safety features properly. DO NOT jump on or off the machine. DO NOT climb on or off a machine while it is moving. When climbing on or off a machine, face the machine and use the handhold and steps. DO NOT remove any safety features.
Keep safety features in good operating condition. Improper use of safety features may result in serious bodily injury or death. DO NOT hold any control levers when getting on or off a machine. Maintain three-point contact with the handholds and steps to ensure that you support yourself. Clothing And Personal Items Avoid wearing loose clothing, jewelry, and loose long hair. They can catch on controls or in moving parts and cause serious injury or death. Additionally, DO NOT wear oily clothes as they are flammable. When bringing tools up to the operating deck, pass them by hand or pull them up by rope. If there is any oil, grease, or mud on the handholds or steps, wipe them clean immediately.
Keep these components clean. Repair any damage, and tighten any loose bolts.