4Part #: 90405
EMPLOYER RESPONSIBILITY
It is the employer’s responsibility to be familiar with and ensure
that operation is in accordance with safety requirements and
codes including all applicable regulations, including the
Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and the American
National Standards Institute (ANSI).
It is also the employer’s responsibility to properly maintain all
mobile equipment to meet all provincial/state and federal safety
standards. The employer also has the following responsibilities:
1. Supply adequate instructions and training for the safe use
of the vehicle before assigning the employee to such
equipment.
2. The employer must keep the vehicle maintained and
properly adjusted to meet the manufacturer’s standards
and recommendations. If any doubt, contact the
manufacturer or an authorized representative.
3. The employer must keep a record of any breakdowns or
malfunctions of the vehicle, as well as records of
inspections and maintenance.
4. Any present or potential breakdown or malfunctions that
can affect the safe usage of the vehicle must be repaired
before the vehicle is back in service again.
5. Ensure the unit is equipped with appropriate lighting.
6. Monitor the employees operation of equipment on a
regular basis and take appropriate action to ensure proper
and safe use of the equipment.
7. Make sure that the back up alarm works properly while the
vehicle is in reverse, while the body is rising or while the
tailgate is opening.
8. Regularly unit inspection, including all safety equipment.
EMPLOYEE RESPONSIBILITY
1. Learn the safe operating procedures for the unit, and
consult your supervisor if any procedure is unclear. The
employee must also enforce all of the safety requirements
supplied by the employer (for mobile equipment).
2. Use the unit as per manufacturer’s guidelines only.
3. Perform routine daily unit inspections.
4. Equipment is to be operated only after having received
proper instructions and training.