Safe Work Procedures - Manitoba Heavy Construction Association

Safe Work ProcedureCAT OperatorFacility: Written By: Approved By: Date Created Date of Last Revision:Hazards Present: PPE or Devices Required: Additional Training Required:Other workers and equipment Steel toed boots Operator trainingEquipment malfunctionHard hatSlip and tripSafety glassesPinch pointsVestSafe Work Procedure:1 Use cold start procedure and do pretrip inspection while machine is warming upCheck that: there are no leaks or loose boltslights and back up alarm are workinghydraulics are running properly2 Mount and dismount machine using 3 point contact3 Proceed to work area checking steering and brakes as you go4 Maintain proper distance from other workers and equipment and always look directly behind before backing5 Pay constant attention to all gauges6 When stopped, check machine over and do not drag winch cable or have hook dangling loosely7 Park in safe area and drop the hydraulics8 Use hot shut down procedure9 Check over machine and clean rad and tracks when finishedIf an emergency situation occurs while conducting this task, or there is an equipment malfunction, engagethe emergency stop and follow the lock out procedureREPORT ANY HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS TO YOUR SUPERVISORGuidance Documents/Standards:This Safe Work Procedure will be reviewed any timethe task, equipment or materials change and at aMB Workplace Safety & Health Act & Regulations: minimum of every three years6 Personal Protective Equipment16 Machine, Tools and Robots Reviewed By Worker Rep/WSH Committee:22 Powered Mobile EquipmentDate: