Safety Tips: Before You Operate Your Excavator

Safe excavator operations begin long before you hop into the driver’s seat. As the saying goes, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Use the following tips to reduce the chance of any issues.

Get the Proper Training

Anyone who will be operating the excavator needs to undergo the relevant training. Ideally, this training will include hands-on aspects with an instructor watching and ready to offer corrections before those mistakes become habit. Make sure operators know all the steps to safely operating the excavator, such as how the features work and the equipment’s capacity.

Keep Up with Maintenance

When excavators are not properly maintained, they can experience frequent issues. These problems can vary from sacrificed performance to an increased risk of an accident. Consult the excavator’s owner’s manual for information on specific maintenance tasks, the frequency of the tasks, and whether there are certain products to use or avoid.

Start with a Quick Check

Before you begin your work day, check that the excavator is working well. Look at the mirrors to ensure they’re set properly, check the controls to ensure they’re all functional, and check the propel system. It’s much better to uncover a problem during an inspection than in the middle of a project.

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