Bush Hog TH4200 Automobile User Manual


 
OPERATOR TRAINING:
The controlling Party should develop, conduct an operator-training
program and permit only properly trained persons to operate the util-
ity vehicle.
OPERATOR-TRAINING PROGRAM:
The program should include, as a minimum, the following:
Review:
Vehicle operator’s manual instructions.
Vehicle’s safety decals.
Safe loading practices.
Proper use of vehicle’s controls and consequences of
improper use.
Controlling Party’s safety practices developed from operating
area safety survey.
Review conditions that affect vehicle’s stability and may cause
its instability:
Operator’s failure to follow safety practices.
Operator’s exercise of judgement.
Operating area slopes, grades, and terrain conditions.
Vehicle’s speed, turning, braking, loadings, towing and
dynamic forces.
Attachments and improper loading.
The Controlling Party should train and evaluate vehicle operator’s
competency to comply with these practices.
MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION PROCEDURES:
Review and perform vehicle manufacturer’s recommended
procedures.
Use a scheduled preventive maintenance, lubrication, and
inspection program.
Use trained and authorized personnel to maintain, repair,
adjust, and inspect vehicles
Conduct recommended procedures in a properly ventilated
work area.
Use original vehicle manufacturer’s replacement parts.
Use recommended procedures for returning vehicle to service.
Use recommended procedures for returning vehicle to service.
Conduct vehicle performance checks in an area free of vehic-
ular and pedestrian traffic.
Use vehicle manufacturer’s engine shut down and vehicle
immobilization recommended procedures before undertaking
maintenance or repairs.
Chock wheels and block chassis before working underneath
vehicle.
Do not use open flames to check level or leakage of fuel,
battery electrolyte, or coolant.
Equip work area with fire extinguisher equipment.
Follow vehicle manufacturer’s recommended inspection and
maintenance procedures.
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