This information is not intended as a comprehensive analysis of all hazards related to the product you have rented from Battleield Equipment Rentals, or to your speciic application. more complete information is provided in the Operation maintenance manual (Omm) for speciic models. Battleield Equipment Rentals recommends you and your employees read and understand the Omm before operating or working on any machine. W ear the proper clothing When it comes to clothing, keep it tight. loose clothing can get caught in machinery - especially when working around augers or implements. W ear the proper footwear - not only to protect feet from falling objects, but to prevent falls. Construction sites can be slippery places, and boots with good traction are the irst line of defense. (Also make sure the boots are high enough to protect your ankles.) Gloves and long pants prevent cuts and scratches that can be uncomfortable - and in some cases can become more serious. don’ t forget to wear your safety glasses or face shield. Make safe work tool changes. understand the warning labels regarding the forks, buckets and other work tools on your jobsite. Know the maximum operating capacities and speciications of the host machine and its lift capacity restrictions. Also make sure you’re aware of work tool clearance when operating near obstacles, including those that are overhead, such as tree branches and power lines. Before making a work tool change, check the hydraulic hoses and ittings on both the tool and the host machine. Once installed, operate the tool slowly in an open area to make sure all components are working properly (and not leaking). Conduct pre-shift walk-arounds These inspections only take a few minutes, but they are one of the best ways to detect small problems before they become serious. follow walk-around guidelines in the operating manuals, which should be kept on machines. (Supervisors must allow time for a thorough evaluation.) Start by making sure the machine is clean. That means no grease, oil or hydraulic luid on the steps, railings or controls. Keep windows clean inside and out for clear visibility . On the outside, check for accumulating debris—such as straw , branches and grass - that could be susceptible to ire. Besides debris, you’re looking for leaks, cuts, cracks, rubbing or excessive wear . use your senses: sight, smell, hearing and touch. Have your operators do quick walk-arounds any time they get off the machines, and again at the end of a shift. pass all relevant information to other operators and a supervisor . Establish a culture of safety - and a commitment to training prepare a safety manual or safety sheet for the speciic conditions found on your site or in your shop. Ensure that all equipment is used for its intended purposes, and forbid removal of safety guards or other protective gear . Retain material safety data sheets for bulk luids and chemicals. When appropriate, make sure instructions are translated and clearly understood by all workers. provide regular safety training and conduct weekly training meetings even if you are working in the ield. Be certain new workers have been trained before they start working. Give experienced operators a chance to adjust to new machines - and to go through any training needed to assure maximum proiciency . Have them review the Omm to make sure they understand the basics before putting them to work on unfamiliar machines.