10 tips for safely operating heavy machinery
MECN.com reveals ten tips that can adopted by companies for safely operating heavy machinery
Use Equipment as Intended
One must make sure that they are using the right equipment for a specific task, each piece of equipment along with its attachments are meant for a particular job and workers must be trained to use the right machine for each job. For instance, a loader must only be used lift, carry and transport materials around a construction site. It is not capable of digging and is challenging to operate on uneven ground, soft road surface and steep slope. Furthermore, it is not advisable to overload or overwork the machinery since it will lead to damage or even a breakdown. While it maybe be attractive and resourceful in the short-term to find multiple uses for one piece of machinery, trusting the manufacturer and adhering to their recommendations will keep workers safe in the long-run.
