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Safety alert classifications, Rt30 operator’s manual – Ditch Witch RT30 User Manual

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Safety Alert Classifications

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Safety Alert Classifications

These classifications and the icons defined on the following pages work together to alert you to situations

which could be harmful to you, jobsite bystanders or your equipment. When you see these words and

icons in the book or on the machine, carefully read and follow all instructions. YOUR SAFETY IS AT

STAKE.

Watch for the three safety alert levels: DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. Learn what each level

means.

indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations.

indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate

injury.

Watch for two other words: NOTICE and IMPORTANT.

NOTICE

indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related (e.g., messages relating to

property damage).

IMPORTANT

can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way.