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3-107 Do not participate in horseplay of any type. Specifically, fighting,
wrestling, physical aggravation, throwing material and any other
similar activity is prohibited on Company premises, job sites, on
route to job sites and other work situations, for employees either
on or off the clock.

3-108 Conduct a thorough check (walk-around observation) before you
start or move any machine or mobile equipment to ensure that all
personnel and property are in the clear and that equipment is safe
to operate. Look before sounding horn.

3-109 Bend or remove all spikes or nails with points projecting outward
from barrels, crates, blocking, or lumber. Properly discard all
banding material.

3-110 Do not remove guards or enter enclosure area while machinery is
in motion.

3-111 Check to be certain that you have properly placed barricades to
prevent others from entering the danger area whenever you are
working in a high place where falling materials or tools might
endanger anyone passing beneath.

3-112 Do not walk, stand, or work on or under a suspended load.

3-113 Do not enter any barricaded area, unless given specific
authorization to do so. Be sure to remove warning signs and
barricades after they have served their purpose.

3-114 Do not work on or repair electrical equipment unless you have
been trained and deemed qualified.

3-115 Inspect/examine all lifting devices, rigging, chain hoists, or hand
tools for defects before using. Tag defective tools and take them
out of service immediately. Report any defect(s) to your
supervisor immediately.

3-116 Do not walk over screw conveyors or conveyor belts, except at
designated crossovers.

3-117 Replace guards after repairs are made.

3-118 Do not use materials you are not familiar with. Ask your supervisor
for special safety guidelines for handling new substances. Always
reference product SDS (Safety Data Sheet) and use all required
personal protective equipment (PPE). Ensure all containers are
properly labeled with the product name and hazard warning. To
obtain a product SDS from the 3E Fax on Demand Service, call 1-
800-451-8346. You must know your location’s fax number to
receive a SDS.

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