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U.S. Department of Labor<br />

<strong>Mine</strong> <strong>Safety</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Administration</strong><br />

<strong>MSHA</strong>’s <strong>Small</strong> <strong>Mine</strong> <strong>Office</strong>—Serving the small mines in America<br />

Location:__________________________Supervisor:___________________________<br />

Date:___________ Time:_____________________ Duration:__________________________<br />

1) F a l l s F r o m E q u i p m e n t<br />

Falls are one of the most frequent causes of injury for operators, oilers, <strong>and</strong> mechanics<br />

Oil, grease, mud, tools <strong>and</strong> parts should be removed from the walkways of equipment<br />

Keep oil, grease <strong>and</strong> mud from the soles of your shoes<br />

Use three points of contact when climbing up <strong>and</strong> down ladders<br />

Don’t carry tools or supplies up or down ladders – hoist them<br />

2) C i r c l e o f L i f e<br />

Check completely around equipment before moving it<br />

The size of your equipment creates a greater risk while backing-up<br />

Check your backup alarm every day<br />

3 ) S a f e t y H a r n e s s<br />

Use when entering bins, hoppers, tanks, etc., after power has been lockout/tagout.<br />

Inspect the harness frequently for wear <strong>and</strong> tear<br />

Always have another person attending your lifeline when entering bins, hoppers, <strong>and</strong><br />

tanks<br />

Attendees:<br />

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