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Track Excavator Safety
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Learn the Signal Words Used with the
Safety Alert Symbol
The words
"CAUTION,"
"WARNING,"
and
"DANGER"
used
throughout this manual and on decals on the machine
indicate degree of risk of hazards or unsafe practices. All
three degrees of risk indicate that safety is involved.
Observe precautions indicated whenever you see the Safety
Alert "Triangle," no matter which signal word appears next to
the "Exclamation Point" symbol.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
Be Prepared - Get to Know All Operating and Safety
Instructions.
This is the Safety Alert Symbol. Wherever it appears in
this manual or on safety signs on the machine you
should be alert to the potential for personal injury or
accidents. Always observe safety precautions and follow
recommended procedures.
CAUTION!
This word is used on safety messages and safety labels
and indicates potential of a hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. It
may also be used to alert against a generally unsafe
practice.
WARNING!
This word is used on safety messages and safety labels
and indicates potential of a hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, could result in serious injury or death. It
may also be used to alert against a highly unsafe
practice.
DANGER!
This word is used on safety messages and safety labels
and indicates an imminent hazard of a situation that, if
not avoided, is very likely to cause death or extremely
serious injury. It may also be used to alert against
equipment that may explode or detonate if handled or
treated carelessly.
