Solar N-C-S Installation Instructions 029-04919-0000 rev D
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1.4
Safety Considerations
Please consider the following safety issues before
servicing TraffiCalm Driver Feedback Signs and
power systems.
Although we have compiled this list of common
safety considerations, it should not be considered as
complete. It is not intended to take the place of your
good judgment, training, and experience. Choose the
right equipment for the job. If you are unsure of
which safety equipment is recommended or
appropriate for the job, ask your supervisor or
foreman.
1.4.1
Personal Safety Equipment and
Clothing
Personal safety equipment and clothing including
high visibility vests, hard hats, gloves, electrical
shock or electrocution protection clothing and
equipment, safety shoes, safety glasses, face shields,
goggles, and hearing protection devices are just some
of the items available to you.
1.4.2
Electrical Shock
As a trained installer of electrical equipment you are
aware of the dangers associated with servicing
electrical devices. Always be sure that the power to
the equipment, and all associated equipment, is
turned off before beginning any procedure. Use the
equipment, techniques, and procedures that you
learned during your training or apprenticeship or
other electrical industry recognized safety
procedures.
lifting techniques and have adequate help.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of burns or other acid-related
injury resulting from exploding batteries:
-
Always use the recommended
charging systems with this product.
CAUTION
To avoid the possibility of injury due to falling or
unstable equipment:
-
Be certain the sign is mounted to an
appropriately rated pole or equivalent
mounting surface.
-Use appropriately rated mounting
hardware.
WARNING
To reduce the risk associated with
contamination of water supplies resulting
from improper disposal of batteries containing
lead and acid:
-
Please dispose of batteries in
accordance with all local government laws
and regulations
.
CAUTION
An accidental short circuit may
instantly heat conductive jewelry, tools, and
surrounding objects to skin-searing
temperatures.
To reduce this risk when
working around batteries:
-Keep tools, jewelry, and other
conductive objects away from the battery
terminals.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of impact hazards resulting
from falls, accident with a passing vehicle,
and/or from unstable equipment:
-
Use appropriate work zone traffic
control methods, equipment, and
procedures
.
CAUTION
Strain or back injury may result from
lifting equipment improperly.
To reduce the
risk of strain or back injury, use proper
