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Inspect site, Identify hazards, Sk850 operator’s manual – Ditch Witch SK850 User Manual

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SK850 Operator’s Manual

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Inspect Site

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Inspect Site

Inspect jobsite before transporting equipment. Check for the following:

changes in elevation such as hills or other open trenches

obstacles such as buildings, railroad crossings, or streams

signs of utilities (See “Inspect Jobsite” on page 42.)

traffic

access

soil type and condition

Identify Hazards

Identify safety hazards and classify jobsite if attachment will penetrate ground. See “Classify Jobsite” on
page 42.

Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury. Use

correct equipment and work methods. Use and maintain proper safety
equipment.

To help avoid injury:

Wear personal protective equipment including hard hat, safety eye wear, and hearing protection.

Do not wear jewelry or loose clothing.

Notify One-Call and companies which do not subscribe to One-Call.

Comply with all utility notification regulations before digging or drilling.

Verify location of previously marked underground hazards.

Mark jobsite clearly and keep spectators away.

Remember, jobsite is classified by hazards in place -- not by line being installed.