Heavy Equipment Hazards
There are a variety of ways that heavy equipment can present hazards if you don't have the proper protection or controls. For example, you can be
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electrocuted if the equipment contacts an overhead powerline
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crushed if your equipment overturns
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struck by or crushed by material being moved by heavy equipment
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crushed if caught between the equipment and a wall or other object
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run over by a heavy vehicle.
Safety Tips
Here are some tips to help you make sure your jobsite is a safe one.
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Whenever possible, plan a drive-through site to eliminate the need for vehicles to back up.
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Train your drivers/operators to know their blind spots.
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Use a signaller where necessary, and make sure the signaller has been trained on standard hand signals.
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Make sure your drivers/operators wear their seatbelts.
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Have your workers wear high-visibility clothing as required.