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Safety
3.1 General Safety Overview
Indicate[s] an imminently hazardous situation, which, if
not avoided,
will
result in death or serious injury.
Indicate[s] a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided,
could
result in death or serious injury.
Indicate[s] a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided,
could
result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicate[s] a potentially unsafe situation or practice,
which, if not avoided, can result in property and/or
equipment damage only.
Remember, safety is basically common sense. While there are standard safety rules, each situation has
its own peculiarities that cannot always be covered by rules. Therefore with your experience and
common sense, you are in a position to ensure the safety of yourself and others. Lack of attention to
safety can result in: accidents, personal injury, reduction in efficiency, and worst of all – Loss of Life.
Watch for safety hazards and correct them promptly.
Understanding the proper operation of this equipment is critical to its safe operation. The owner, lessor,
and/or operator of this equipment is hereby notified and forewarned that any failure to observe the
safety and operating guidelines may result in injury and/or damage. Boss Industries, Inc. expressly
disclaims responsibility or liability for any injury or damage caused by failure to observe these specified
precautions or by failure to exercise the ordinary caution and due care required while operating or
handling this equipment, even though not expressly specified.
In addition to following these safety guidelines, the operator should follow any company specific guide-
lines and procedures. Consult your immediate supervisor for specific company safety guidelines and/or
procedures.
The following safety symbols are used throughout this manual to draw attention to important information.
If the information is not carefully read and the instructions are not followed, severe injury, death, and/or
damage to property and equipment may occur.
