1. Read and acquaint yourself with all of the warnings, precautionary measures
and instructions in the user- and service manual, and read and learn the im-
portance of all the signs on and around the equipment. In the case of any doubt,
ensure that you have answers to all your questions before beginning work.
2. Do not work with machinery or equipment if you're under the influence of al-
cohol, strong medications, sedatives or other drugs that can make you less alert
or affect your judgement.
3. Take safety measures such as not wearing loose clothing which can get stuck
in moving parts or controls.
4. If possible always wear gloves to protect your hands and fingers against cuts
and abrasions, burns and solvents.
5. Always use safety goggles if there is a risk of flying particles, flakes of material,
dust or other objects that can damage your eyes, or where safety regulations
require this.
6. Always use a protective helmet and safety shoes during work that requires
this.
7. Always use hearing protection in work areas with high noise levels.
8. Keep the work area clean and free of material.
9. Do not permit unauthorised personnel to be present within or around the
work area. Always keep complete control of who is present.
10. Areas that will be touched with hands or feet must be kept clean, dry and
free of oil or grease.
11. Store spare parts and tools in the designated places when these are not in
use.
12. Do not stand beneath or permit anyone else to stand beneath equipment
that is lifted or suspended.
13. Acquaint yourself with the weight limitations in ropes and lifting equipment
and the free space required for these.
14. Warning, prohibition and information signs may not be concealed, changed,
damaged or removed.
15. Before direction of portable equipment, ensure that the ground surface is
firm and flat. Check that supports and locks are securely in place. Follow the in-
structions for locking and erection of equipment where applicable.
16. Check the components in the equipment before each operation to ensure
that no parts are damaged or are suspected to be damaged. Repair or replace
damaged parts or parts which are suspected to be damaged. Repair or replace
