Specifications

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3.3 Personal Protection Devices
3.3.1 Protective clothing
In some cases, when operating in inconvenient environments,
the following garments or equipment must be worn.
The following must be made available:
• Protective helmet
• Accident-prevention shoes
• Accident-prevention glasses or protective facial mask
• Accident-prevention gloves
• Protections against noise
• Refl ective clothing
• Waterproof clothing
• Breathing apparatus or fi ltering mask
Before starting work, all staff must obtain information from
the Safety Manager regarding the possible risks and the
accident-prevention equipment he must wear.
 ATTENTION
The Personal Protection Devices that are used
by the operators can have di erent features
depending on the type of site and the risks
present in the work place.
Always use the PPD suitable for the type of job
to be performed.
 ATTENTION
Pay attention to moving parts in order to
prevent crushing or dragging of upper and
lower limbs. Do not wear jewels or loose
objects that could remain trapped in moving
parts. Tie long hair back to prevent it becoming
trapped in moving parts.
 PROHIBITION
Do not wear loose clothing, chains, belts or
other accessories that can become entangled
with the control levers or other vehicle
components.
 PROHIBITION
Do not wear head sets to listen to the radio or
music while operating with the vehicle.
 ATTENTION
Accident-prevention clothing must always
be integral and in good condition. Ruined
clothing does not guarantee suitable
protection. Do not wear deteriorated clothing:
replace them before starting to operate.