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A 360 walk-around inspection is a crucial safety procedure to ensure that there are no hazards around heavy machinery before operation. This involves a thorough visual check of the entire machine and its surroundings. Here are the key steps and considerations for conducting a 360 walk-around:

  1. Check for Hazards: Before starting the machine, perform a walk-around inspection to ensure there are no hazards around the machine. This includes checking for any obstacles, personnel, or other equipment that might be in the vicinity [1].
  1. Inspect Visual Aids: Ensure that any visual aids, such as Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) and mirrors, are in proper working condition and clean. Adjust them as necessary to ensure maximum visibility [2].
  1. Survey the Area: While the machine is in operation, constantly survey the area around the machine to identify potential hazards as they become visible [1].
  1. Job Site Organization: Implement appropriate job site organization to minimize hazards caused by restricted visibility. This includes safety instructions, controlled patterns of machine and vehicle movement, and communication systems between workers and operators [2].
  1. Visibility Aids: If equipped, ensure that systems like the Work Area Vision System and Cat Detect Object Detection are adjusted according to the operation and maintenance manual for your machine [2].

By following these steps, you can help ensure a safer working environment and reduce the risk of accidents or injuries related to machine operation.

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[1] CAT 349F, 352F Excavators Operation and Maintenance Manual

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- · If the high pressure fuel lines are torqued correctly and the high pressure fuel lines are leaking the high pressure fuel lines must be replaced. - · Ensure that all clips on the high pressure fuel lines are in place. Do not operate the engine with clips that are damaged, missing or loose. - · Do not attach any other item to the high pressure fuel lines. - · Loosened high pressure fuel lines must be replaced. Also removed high pressure fuel lines must be replaced. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly for your engine. i01122596 ## Electrical Storm Injury Prevention SMCS Code: 7000 S/N: BZ21-Up S/N: KEA1-Up S/N: WNA1-Up S/N: HLB1-Up S/N: NDC1-Up S/N: HPD1-Up S/N: YEG1-Up S/N: A9J1-Up S/N: TEW1-Up When lightning is striking in the vicinity of the machine, the operator should never attempt the following procedures: - · Mount the machine. - · Dismount the machine. If you are in the operator's station during an electrical storm, stay in the operator's station. If you are on the ground during an electrical storm, stay away from the vicinity of the machine. i00771840 ## Before Starting Engine SMCS Code: 1000; 7000 S/N: BZ21-Up S/N: KEA1-Up S/N: WNA1-Up S/N: HLB1-Up S/N: NDC1-Up S/N: HPD1-Up S/N: YEG1-Up S/N: A9J1-Up S/N: TEW1-Up Start the engine only from the operator compartment. Never short across the starter terminals or across the batteries. Shorting could damage the electrical system by bypassing the engine neutral start system. Inspect the condition of the seat belt and of the mounting hardware. Replace any parts that are worn or damaged. Regardless of appearance, replace the seat belt after three years of use. Do not use a seat belt extension on a retractable seat belt. Adjust the seat so that full pedal travel can be achieved with the operator's back against the back of the seat. Make sure that the machine is equipped with a lighting system that is adequate for the job conditions. Make sure that all machine lights are working

[2] CAT 330 GC Excavator Operation and Maintenance Manual

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- · If the high pressure fuel lines are torqued correctly and the high pressure fuel lines are leaking the high pressure fuel lines must be replaced. - · Ensure that all clips on the high pressure fuel lines are in place. Do not operate the engine with clips that are damaged, missing or loose. - · Do not attach any other item to the high pressure fuel lines. - · Loosened high pressure fuel lines must be replaced. Also removed high pressure fuel lines must be replaced. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly for your engine. i01122596 ## Electrical Storm Injury Prevention SMCS Code: 7000 When lightning is striking in the vicinity of the machine, the operator should never attempt the following procedures: - · Mount the machine. - · Dismount the machine. If you are in the operator's station during an electrical storm, stay in the operator's station. If you are on the ground during an electrical storm, stay away from the vicinity of the machine. i00771840 ## Before Starting Engine SMCS Code: 1000; 7000 Start the engine only from the operator compartment. Never short across the starter terminals or across the batteries. Shorting could damage the electrical system by bypassing the engine neutral start system. Inspect the condition of the seat belt and of the mounting hardware. Replace any parts that are worn or damaged. Regardless of appearance, replace the seat belt after three years of use. Do not use a seat belt extension on a retractable seat belt. Adjust the seat so that full pedal travel can be achieved with the operator's back against the back of the seat. Make sure that the machine is equipped with a lighting system that is adequate for the job conditions. Make sure that all machine lights are working properly. Before you start the engine and before you move the machine, make sure that no one is underneath the machine, around the machine, or on the machine. Make sure that the area is free of personnel. i07746368 ## Visibility Information SMCS Code: 7000

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