4000 Switch Machine - Alstom

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR MAINTAINERSSafe practices and common sense should always be used when working around any equipment.Remember that good common sense and an understanding of the equipment is essential to anysafety policy. The following describes health and safety standards for testing, alterations,repairs, improvements, or maintenance and applies to all maintenance personnel.Note: Only authorized personnel who have reviewed and understand the informationcontained in this manual should be working on or around the switch machine.General RequirementsMaintenance personnel shall comply with all local laws, rules, statutes, and regulations ofgoverning or regulatory bodies within the geographical area of operation of the property (orAuthority). The requirements of these bodies or the user’s safety manual, whichever is morestringent, shall apply. When specific standards and details are not set forth in the manual, jobspecifications, or in the local laws and regulations referenced, standards published by theOccupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) shall apply.Proper Attire1. Wear hard hats at all times.2. Wear work shoes that are in good repair. Sneakers or tennis shoes are unsafe.3. Wear clothing of proper fit. Loose fitting clothing is a hazard.4. Avoid wearing belt-type key rings, and never carry tools in hip pockets.General Safety on Transit Property1. Never go out on a track of an operating railroad alone. Flagmen familiar with operatingprocedures and safety regulations must accompany all field maintenance personnel formaximum safety.2. Always be alert and watchful as if each man were by himself. Be aware of the area youand others are in at all times. Yell or signal a warning if a dangerous situation develops.P2444, Rev. Jan/07 1-10ALSTOM Signaling Inc.