NEWS FROM THE FIELD
Following good safety practices protects not only equipment operators,
but also everyone who works in their proximity, so they all
can go home safely after their job is done.
While operator safety is paramount, a safe job site is also a more
efficient and productive one: less downtime from accidents and
fewer repair costs from improper machine usage and maintenance.
The following five safety guidelines may seem basic, but they
help ensure safe operating practices every day, says the Association
of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), which relays safety trends
through its CONEXPO-CON/AGG 365 initiative and extensive array
of safety and training materials.
1. Follow your company’s safety program.
Never operate machinery under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Be aware and alert to any potential hazards in your specific working
condition. Participate in all required training.
2. Know important safety alerts and signal words posted in
your work area or on the equipment you operate.
The following words have significant differences in their meaning
for safety: Danger, warning, caution, notice. If you’re not sure
of what a certain safety alert or signal means, ask a supervisor or
safety professional.
3. Protect yourself.
Wear all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE). Hard
hats, gloves, safety glasses and boots may be required in order to
operate machinery safely.
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4. Know the rules.
Most employers have rules governing equipment use and maintenance.
Before you start work, check with your supervisor or
safety coordinator and be sure about the rules you’ll be expected
to obey.
5. Know the equipment.
Make sure you understand the capabilities and hazards of the
equipment you’ll be operating. Read the owner’s manuals, safety
literature and any other resources made available to you.
Learn more at www.conexpoconagg.com/subscribe
and www.aem.org.
CentrePort Canada issues request for
proposals for rail park
CentrePort Canada Inc. recently announced the distribution of
a Request for Proposals (RFP) to support the development of
CentrePort Canada Rail Park.
CentrePort has issued the RFP with the intention of attracting a
private sector development partner to finance the necessary infrastructure
to bring the Rail Park to market.
“We commend CentrePort and its board of directors for seeking
private sector input in this initiative to further develop these lands,”
said Growth, Enterprise and Trade Minister, Blaine Pedersen.
“Manitoba is an excellent place for business to invest, build and
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