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Safety Rules For the protection and safety of all employees, Superior Landscaping has established the following rules designed to prevent accidents and injuries. Compliance with these rules is mandatory. Documentation will be made when the rules are distributed to new employees. Proper footwear and clothing will be worn at all times. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, or keep long hair in a down position. There is a danger of catching such articles in moving machinery. Horseplay, running, fighting or any activity that may result in injury or waste will not be tolerated. Appropriate personal protective equipment, or PPE, will be worn for the task(s) at hand, as specified by training and job briefing(s). Operate machinery with all guards in place. Tampering with safety devices is cause for immediate disciplinary action. Do not operate any machine you are not familiar with or have not been trained on and authorized to use. Machines must never be cleaned, adjusted or repaire01q1--the-machine-is-turned il off,_ the -circuit -is", interrupted at the power source (including lock -out) and a warning tag is placed at the controls. Each person involved in maintenance must use his own personal padlock to ensure total lack of power until all work has been completed. Any defects in materials, machinery, tools and equipment must be reported immediately to a supervisor, safety personnel, or management. Do not leave tools, materials, or other objects on the floor that might cause others to trip and fall. Do not block exits, fire doors, aisles, fire extinguishers, gas meters, electrical panels or traffic lanes. Avoid injury by attempting to lift or push excessive loads. If an object is too heavy to move without strain, ASK FOR HELP. Observe the correct posture for lifting. Stand with your feet slightly apart, assume a squatting position with knees bent, and tuck your chin into your chest. Tilt head forward, grasp the load with both hands, and gradually push up with your legs, keeping your back straight and avoiding any abrupt movement. Do not distract others while working. When approaching a coworker for any purpose, do so from the front or the side in a way that they will see you coming and will not be startled or surprised. If conversation is necessary, first make sure that it is safe. Do not allow oil, water or any other material to remain on the floor for long periods of time where you or others may slip. Report any slip and fall problems to your supervisor. Comment [N1]: This requirement, as it is worded, would be difficult to apply to a chipper, and actually exceed OSHA requirements. I suggest the following, excerpted from the ANSI Z133.1-2001 Standard: Sequence for securing equipment 1.The authorized person shall notify the crew and/or affected employees that maintenance/repair is to be done and that such equipment must be shut down and secured. 2.The authorized person shall refer to the manufacturer's manual for proper procedures (as needed). 3.I1' equipment is in an operational mode, shut it down by normal procedures. 4.Keyed ignition systems must be in working order. Keys shall be removed and pocketed by the foreman of mechanic. When there is no keyed ignition system, the battery cables or spark plug wires may be disconnected. 5.Materials/parts that must be raised or disconnected and suspended shall be properly secured, such as with an appropriate sling or jackstand. Flywheels, such as chipper cutter heads, are to be blocked to prevent pinch points. 6.Disengagethe power take-offbefore servicing/repairing, such as with hose replacement. Disconnect all hydraulic tools before adjusting or servicing. Do not attempt to stop a hydraulic leak with your body. 7.Rotating parts, such as chipper blades, shall be stopped before maintenance/repair. 8.Ensure that equipment is isolated and will not operate before proceeding with maintenance/repair. 9.When the engine must be running for tuning or adjustment. Special care must be given to moving parts. Restoring equipment to service When maintenancetrepair is complete and equipment is ready to return to normal operation, the following steps shall be taken. I.Check for loose parts or tools that may have been left in the immediate area to prevent accidental contact with moving or electrical components when the equipment is engaged. 2.Ensure that all guards are in place and employees are in the clear. 3.Confirm that controls are in neutral. 4.Reconnect key, cable or plug wires. Notify affected employees that equipment is ready to return to service.