SAFE OPERATING GUIDE SNOW BLOWER
ALWAYS
- Perform pre-trip inspection of chutes and augers to insure proper alignment and operation.
- Always carry a personal rescue beacon in areas where avalanche is a danger; assure that the loader is equipped with the proper avalanche rescue kit.
- Be prepared to encounter hidden objects that may clog your machine or become an ejected hazard.
- Maintain two-way radio communication in hazardous areas.
NEVER
- Leave equipment running when operator is not on seat.
- Operate blower in areas where personnel or others are present or allow mechanic work to be done while augers are in motion.
- Operate blower attachment without proper training and preventive maintenance procedures.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
- Avalanche rescue kit
- CDOT issued orange hard hat
- Cold weather clothing
- Coveralls
- Hearing protection
- Rescue beacon
POTENTIAL HAZARDS
- Avalanche
- Hidden obstacles
- Slips, trips and falls
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