Safety guidelines, Safety – Grain Systems Unload Augers PNEG-1057 User Manual
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A.
DO NOT make any alterations to the equipment. Such alterations may produce a very dangerous situation,
where
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH may occur.
B. This equipment shall be installed in accordance with any regulations or installation codes that are required
by law. Authorities having jurisdiction should be consulted before installations are made.
C. Untrained operators subject themselves and others to
SERIOUS INJURY or DEATH. NEVER allow
untrained personnel to operate this equipment.
D. Keep children and other unqualified personnel out of the working area at
ALL times.
E.
NEVER start equipment until ALL persons are clear of the work area.
F.
Be sure
ALL operators are adequately rested and prepared to perform ALL functions of operating this
equipment.
G. Keep hair, loose clothing, and shoestrings away from rotating and moving parts.
NEVER wear loose fitting
clothing when working around augers.
H.
NEVER allow any person intoxicated or under the influence of alcohol or drugs to operate the equipment.
I.
NEVER allow anyone inside a bin, truck, or wagon which is being unloaded by an auger or conveyor.
Flowing grain can trap and suffocate in seconds.
J.
Make sure someone is nearby who is aware of the proper shutdown sequence in the event of an accident or
emergency.
K.
NEVER work alone.
L.
ALWAYS think before acting. NEVER act impulsively around the equipment.
M. Make sure
ALL equipment is locked in position before operating.
N. Keep hands and feet away from the auger intake and other moving parts.
O.
NEVER attempt to assist machinery operation or to remove trash from equipment while in operation.
P.
NEVER drive, stand, or walk under the equipment.
Q. Use caution not to hit the auger when positioning the load.
R. Use ample overhead lighting after sunset to light the work area.
S.
ALWAYS lockout ALL power to the equipment when finished unloading.
T.
Keep area around intake free of obstacles such as electrical cords, blocks, etc. that might trip workers.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
1. General Safety Guidelines