. SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS deep ditches. The 2 - 17 SAFETY AT WORKSITE Before starting operations, tho roughly check the area for any unusu al conditions that could When carrying out operatio ns near combustible materials such as thatched roofs, dry leav is a hazard of fire, so be ca reful when operating. Check the terrain and cond ition of the ground at the worksite, and determine the safest me not operate where there is a hazard of landslides or falling rocks. high-voltage electrical lines may be contact each utility and identify their sever or damage any of these lines. uthorized people from approaching roads, position flagmen and erect y of passing traffic and pedestrians.
in shallow water or on soft ground, ition of the bedrock, and the depth ter before starting operations. ns can be carried out safely, always te properly maintained. If water lines, gas lines, or high-voltage electrical lines may be buried under the worksite, locations. Be careful not to contact each utility and identify their sever or damage any of these lines. Take action to prevent una the jobsite. When working on public barriers to ensure the safet y of passing traffic and pedestrians.
When traveling or operating in shallow water or on soft ground, check the shape and cond and speed of flow of the wa ition of the bedrock, and the depth In order that travel operatio ns can be carried out safely, always keep the roads on the jobsi WORKING ON LOOSE GROUND g your machine too close to the edge of cliffs, overhangs, a Avoid traveling or operatin ground may be weak in suc there is a hazard that the m earthquakes is weak in the h areas. If the ground should collapse under the weight or vib achine may fall or tip over. Remember t hat the soil after heavy r se areas.
When working on embankm ents or near excavated ditches, there i s a hazard that the weig machine will cause the soil and to prevent the machine to collapse. Before starting operations , take steps to ensure t from rolling over or falling. DO NOT GO CLOSE TO HIGH-VOL TAGE CABLES Do not travel or operate the m achine near electric cables. There is a which may cause serious personal here the machine may go close to ollows. electric cables, always do as f Before starting work near el company of the work to be ectric cables, inform the local power performed, and ask them to take the necessary action.