Working in rainy conditions in traffic control

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Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division Division 2 - (c) Training. Employers shall provide training in the various precautions and safe practices described in this section and shall insure that employees do not engage in the activities to which this section applies until such employees have received proper training in the various precautions and safe practices required by this section. However, where the employer can demonstrate that an employee is already trained in the precautions and safe practices required by this section prior to his employment, training need not be provided to that employee in accordance with this section. Where training is required, it shall consist of on-the-job training or classroom-type training or a combination of both. The employer shall certify that employees have been trained by preparing a certification record which includes the identity of the person trained, the signature of the employer or the person who conducted the training, and the date the training was completed. The certification record shall be prepared at the completion of training and shall be maintained on file for the duration of the employee's employment. The certification record shall be made available upon request to the Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health. Such training shall, where appropriate, include the following subjects: - (1) Recognition and avoidance of dangers relating to encounters with harmful substances and animal, insect, or plant life; - (2) Procedures to be followed in emergency situations; and, - (3) First aid training, including instruction in artificial respiration. Note: See OAR 437, Division 2/K, Rule [redacted phone], for Medical Services and First Aid requirements. - (d) Employee protection in public work areas. Note: Federal rule 1910.268(d)(1), was NOT adopted by OR-OSHA. Instead, OAR 437-0020316(2)(a) applies: - [redacted phone] (2) Employee protection in public work areas - (a) Before work is begun in the vici…

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- · Safety instructions - · Controlled patterns of machine movement and vehicle movement - · Workers that direct safe movement of traffic - · Restricted areas - · Operator training - · Warning symbols or warning signs on machines or on vehicles - · A system of communication - · Communication between workers and operators prior to approaching the machine Modifications of the machine configuration by the user that result in a restriction of visibility shall be evaluated. i08528285 ## Operation SMCS Code: 7000 Sound the horn and allow adequate time for bystanders to clear the area before moving the machine into a restricted visibility area. Follow local practices for your machine application. ## Machine Operating Temperature Range The machine must function satisfactorily in the anticipated ambient temperature limits that are encountered during operation. The minimum limits of items that will effect the safe operation of the machine to be considered are 0-100% relative humidity for -25° C (-13° F) to 49° C (120° F) temperatures unless otherwise specified in marketing functional specification. Only operate the machine while you are in a seat. The seat belt must be fastened while you operate the machine. Only operate the controls while the engine is running. While you operate the machine slowly in an open area, check for proper operation of all controls and all protective devices. Make sure that no personnel will be endangered before you move the machine. Do not allow riders on the machine unless the machine has the following equipment: - · additional seat - · additional seat belt Never use the work tool as a work platform. Note any needed repairs during machine operation. Report any needed repairs. Carry attachments approximately 40 cm (15 inches) above ground level. Do not go close to the edge of a cliff, an excavation, or an overhang. If the machine begins to sideslip downward on a grade, immediately remove the load and turn the machine downhill. Avoi…

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## Vehicle traffic control - 194 (1) If vehicle traffic at a work site is dangerous to workers on foot, in vehicles or on equipment, an employer must ensure that the traffic is controlled to protect the workers. - 194 (2) An employer must ensure that a worker on foot and exposed to traffic wears high-visibility safety apparel. - 194 (3) A worker on foot and exposed to traffic must wear high-visibility safety apparel. - 194 (4) If a worker is designated by an employer to control traffic, the employer must ensure that the designated traffic controller wears high-visibility safety apparel that - (a) clearly identifies the worker as a designated traffic controller, and - (b) is retroreflective if the worker is controlling traffic in the dark or visibility is poor. - 194 (5) A worker designated to control traffic must wear high-visibility safety apparel that complies with subsection (4). - 194 (6) If a worker is designated by an employer to control traffic, the employer must ensure that the designated traffic controller uses a handheld signal light if it is dark or visibility is poor. - 194 (7) If traffic on a public highway is dangerous to workers, an employer must protect the workers from the traffic using - (a) warning signs, - (b) barriers, - (c) lane control devices, - (d) flashing lights, - (e) flares, - (f) conspicuously identified pilot vehicles, - (g) automatic or remote-controlled traffic control systems, - (h) designated persons directing traffic, or - (i) methods described in the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Canada (1998), and its updates, published up to and including June 30, 2009 by the Transportation Association of Canada. ## Working on ice 195 (1) If a worker is to work on ice and the water beneath the ice is more than 1 metre deep at any point, an employer must ensure the ice will support the load to be placed on it. - 195 (2) The employer must test the ice for the purposes of subsection (1) - (a) before work begins, and - (b) as of…

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## DD. LOOSE / UNSTABLE GROUND AFTER RAIN Be careful for the possibility of machine rollover after rain. The vibration and weight of the machine could cause shoulder of road or pathway to become loose or unstable. Inspect the areas where the machine will travel and operate on to assure safe operation is possible. Pay attention for possible loosened precipice/overhang or shoulder of road, and falling rocks. pay attention for unexploded dynamite on job sites where dynamite is used. Always ## EE. SAFETY CHECK IN PARKING MACHINES When the machine is not parked properly, there is a possibility of unexpected overrun, risks due to barbarous act and dangerous movement at the time of the coming start. Park the machine following the safety parking procedure shown below. - ・ Park the machine on the firm and level ground to prevent overrun. - ・ Put the working equipment like bucket and dozer (if equipped) on the ground. - ・ Secure the safety lock lever to "LOCKED" position. - ・ Perform the cool-down operation of engine at low idling for 5 minutes. - ・ Stop the engine by switching the starter key switch off and then take out the key. - ・ When leaving from the machine, close the window, door of cab and all doors and covers and lock them. <!-- image -->