. SAFETY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 2 - 14 UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATION Any modification made without consult your Komatsu distributor Komatsu will not be responsib le for any injuries, accidents, produ ct failures or other pro perty damages resulting from modifications made witho SAFETY AT WORKSITE ughly check the area for any unusual conditions that could be dangerous. Before starting operations, thoro ughly check the area for any unusu al conditions that cou When carrying out operations near combustible materials such as thatched roofs, dry le aves or dry grass, there is a hazard of fire, so be caref ul when operating.
Check the terrain and conditio n of the ground at the worksite, and determine the safest method of operation. Do not carry out operations at pla ces where there is a hazard of landslides or falling rocks If water lines, gas lines, or hig buried under the worksite, con locations. Be careful not to se Take action to prevent unauth the jobsite. When working on public roa barriers to ensure the safety o When traveling or operating in check the shape and conditio and speed of flow of the water WORKING ON LOOSE GROUND our machine too close to the edge of cliffs, overhangs, and deep ditches. The Avoid traveling or operating y ground may be weak in such areas.
If the ground should collapse under the weight or v ibration of the machine, there is a hazard that the mach ine may fall or tip over. Remember that the soil after heav y rain or blasting or after earthquakes is weak in these areas. When working on embankmen ts or near excavated ditches, there is a hazard that the w eight and vibration of the machine will cause the soil to collapse. Before starting operation s, take steps to ensur e that the ground is safe and to prevent the machine fr om rolling over or falling. DO NOT GO CLOSE TO HIGH-VO LTAGE CABLES hine near electric cables.
There is a hazard of electric shock, which may cause Do n ot travel or operate the mac serious injury or property damag follows. e. On jobsites where the machine may go close to electric cables, always do as Before starting work near elec tric cables, inform the local power c ompany of the work t o be performed, and ask them to take the necessary ac tion.