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Earthmoving Equipment
Definition: a mobile, power-propelled vehicle
designed to carry, dig, spread, or move earth or
material.
Backhoes
Dozers
Excavators
Skidsteers
Loaders
Roll-overs
Worker struck by equipment
Struck by material
Electrocution
Burn
Causes of Injuries
Climbing on/off
Worker struck by equipment
Roll-over
Struck by material
Burn
Electrocution
Equipment Requirements
Equipment left at night by a highway must
have lights.
Split rims must use tire cage for repair
If equipment is lifted, it must be supported by
blocks/cribbing.
Parking brakes must be on all machines
Cab glass must be safety and clear
Site Clearing
Operators must have protection from irritant
and toxic plants
Roll-over Protection Structure:
Overhead protection required. Do not operate
equipment if ROPS is missing, damaged or
modified without manufacturers approval
Rear opening in cab required
Manuals
All equipment should be equipped with
operators and safety manuals.
Trainees must familiarize with the manuals
before operating.
Manuals are usually located in cab.
Contact dealer or distributor for lost or
damaged manuals.
ID Plates
Located on the equipment, the manufacturers
ID plate usually contains:
Weight of machine
Serial number
Engine information
Safety Symbols
Danger-most serious, could cause fatality
Warning-less serious, but could cause injury
Caution-be careful
Utility Location
Always locate utilities before digging. Local
programs can provide assistance.
Tragedies can happen in seconds when utility
lines are severed.
Never assume utility lines are dead.
Road Travel
Use of public roads for equipment should be
avoided if at all possible.
An escort vehicle is recommended.
Check local laws for rules and regulations for
equipment on the road.
Worksite Inspections
Before operating equipment on a worksite,
always inspect for:
Equipment Inspections
Before using equipment, always inspect:
Bucket/boom
Tires, tracks
Brakes, steering
Controls
Safety devices
Stabilizers/outriggers
ROPS
Malfunctions
Do not ever change a tire on equipment unless
you are authorized.
Damaged or malfunctioning equipment should
be tagged and taken out of use.
Backhoe Traveling
Backhoe Traveling
Avoid slopes if at all possible
Travel straight up and down slopes
Loaded bucket
Travel forward uphill, reverse downhill
Unloaded bucket
Travel reverse uphill, forward downhill
Backhoe Loading
Know bucket capacity
Never lift a worker in a bucket
Keep on level work surfaces, avoid loading on
slopes
Make sure load is stable
Never allow anyone under or near a load,
especially the swing pivot area
Never swing bucket over a cab
Be aware of slipping near trenches, edges
Backhoe Digging
Locate utilities FIRST
Then get machine ready to dig
Backhoe Digging
Backhoe Lifting
Skidsteer
Familiarize yourself with operators manual
Mount with 3 points of contact, never if lift
arms are up
Put seatbelt on, lower bar if applicable
Look for hazards, other workers
Start machine, check gauges
Familiarize with controls
Skidsteer Traveling
Skidsteer Traveling
Unloaded bucket-travel reverse uphill, forward
downhill
Avoid sudden starts and stops
Sound horn at corners, intersections, blind
spots
Use a spotter if vision obstructed
Do not pull other equipment
Slow down when terrain is rough
No riders
Skidsteer
Loading/Digging/Grading:
Skidsteer
Excavator
Excavator
Excavator Traveling
Excavator Traveling
Drive slowly
Keep clear of edges and banks
Sound horn at corners, intersections, blind spots
No riders
Be aware of bridge load limits
Always cross obstacles at an angle
Avoid slopes travel straight up and down when
unavoidable
Watch for power lines
Excavator Loading
Excavator Lifting
Excavator Digging
Locate utilities
Lower outriggers/stabilizers
Avoid side digging
Operate controls from seat only
Never allow workers around digging area
Avoid undercutting the machine
Be aware of blind spots
Excavator Digging
Level off work area when needed
Avoid swinging or extending the bucket in a
downhill direction
Dig at a slow, steady pace
Be aware of trench edges and drop-offs while
digging
Always wear safety vests when working near
roadways.
Dozer/Loader
Get familiar with operators manual
Mount with 3 points of contact, facing
machine, using handles
Cab glass must be clear, use seatbelt
Inspect tracks for rocks and/or other debris
Look for hazards, other workers
Start machine, check gauges
Familiarize with controls
Assure proper ventilation
Loader/Dozer Traveling
Loader/Dozer Traveling
Loader/Dozer Loading
Loader/Dozer Loading
Avoid sudden starts/stops and sharp turns
when loaded
Try to keep loading area level
Never lift a person in the bucket
Never travel with a load lifted (keep as low as
possible)
Load from side or back
Roller Compactor
Use 3 points of contact while climbing onto
machine
Adjust seat and mirrors (if applicable)
Engage seatbelt (if ROPS is functional)
Start compactor, familiarize with controls
Avoid all pinch-points on machine
Take all workplace hazards into consideration
Maintenance
Be familiar with manuals
Do proper inspections, checking for damaged
components and safety devices
Know lubrication procedures
Fluids should be kpet full
Tire/tracks should be changed regularly
Never attempt to repair unless properly trained
Fueling
Always shut equipment off
Wear proper PPE
No smoking or open flames
Attachments
Various attachments are available for
equipment, but only use those approved by the
manufacturer:
Buckets
Forks
Carpet poles
Booms
Augers
Sweepers