Safety - Section 20 03/13 OM2032 Page 20-6 OPERATING THE MACHINE Check for flat tires periodically during a shift. If the truck has been operating on a flat tire, DO NOT park the machine inside of a building until the tire cools. DO NOT stand in front of the rim and locking ring when inflating a tire mounted on the machine. DO NOT allow observers in the area during tiring inflation and service. When Starting The Engine Never start the engine if a warning tag is 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.
DO NOT allow unauthorized persons in the operator's compartment or any other place on the machine. The tire and rim assembly may explode if sub- jected to excessive heat. Move personnel to a remote or protected location if there is evidence of excessive heat in the wheel, brake and tire area. Precautions For Starting Machine Start the engine from the operator’s seat, only. If the truck must be approached to extinguish a fire, those personnel should do so only while fac- ing the tread area of the tire (front or back), unless protected by use of large heavy equip- ment as a shield. Stay at least 15 m (50 ft) from the tread of the tire.
Never attempt to start the engine by shorting across the starter terminals. This may cause fire, or serious injury or death to anyone in machine’s path. In the event of fire in the tire and wheel area (including brake fires), stay away from the truck for at least eight hours or until the tire and wheel are cool. Truck Operation - General Wear seat belt at all times. Only authorized persons are allowed to ride in the truck. Riders must be in the cab and belted in the passenger seat. Keep serviceable fire fighting equipment on hand. Report empty extinguishers for replacement or refilling. DO NOT allow anyone to ride on the decks or steps of the truck.
Always have the parking brake applied when the truck is parked and unattended. DO NOT leave the truck unattended while the engine is running. DO NOT allow anyone to get on or off the truck while it is in motion. Park the truck a safe distance away from other vehicles as determined by the supervisor. DO NOT move the truck in or out of a building without a signal person present. Stay alert at all times! In the event of an emergency, be prepared to react quickly and avoid accidents. If an emergency arises, know where to get prompt assistance. Know and obey the hand signal communications between operator and spotter.
Use the direction of a signal person to travel near buildings, obstacles, people, etc. Courtesy at all times is a safety precaution! Immediately report any hazardous conditions at the haul road, pit or dump area.