Great Plains 1300 13-Foot Operator Manual - Manual (Page 6)

2 1300 and 1300F Table of Contents Index Great Plains Manufacturing, Inc.
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Wear Protective Equipment
▲ Wear protective clothing and equipment.
▲ Cartridge-type respirator approved for treatment dust
unless label specifies another type of respirator.
▲ Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job.
Avoid loose-fitting clothing.
▲ Do not wear contaminated clothing. Wash protective
clothing and equipment with soap and water after each
use. Personal clothing must be laundered separately from
household articles.
▲ Because prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause
hearing impairment or hearing loss, wear suitable
hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs.
▲ Because operating equipment safely requires your full
attention, avoid wearing entertainment headphones while
operating machinery.
Handle Chemicals Properly
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper use
can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil and
property.
▲ Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s instructions.
▲ Wear protective clothing.
▲ Handle all chemicals with care.
▲ Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemical fire.
▲ Store or dispose of unused chemicals as specified by
chemical manufacturer.
Avoid High Pressure Fluids
Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin,
causing serious injury.
▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before
disconnecting hydraulic lines.
▲ Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to
check for suspected leaks.
▲ Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when
working with hydraulic systems.
▲ If an accident occurs, seek immediate medical assistance
from a physician familiar with this type of injury.