Before operating the unit, operators shall have read and be familiar with the operator’s manual for the particular unit being operated and they shall also abide by the safety rules and practices in the following paragraphs. Before operating any unit, the operator shall be familiar with unusual operating conditions which may require additional safety precautions or special operating instructions. General Before operating make sure the unit is in the operating position. Do not start or operate the

Operator Training – Personnel who have not been trained to operate powered units may operate a unit for the purposes of training only, and only under the direct supervision of the trainer. This training should be conducted in an area away from other units, obstacles, and pedestrians. – The operator training program should include the user’s policies for the site where the trainee will operate the unit, the operating conditions for that location, and the specific unit the trainee will operate. Th