SAFETY BASICS:
MOUNTING AND
DISMOUNTING
DESCRIPTION
Volume 8 in Caterpillar's Safety Basics video series, this 2007 video addresses the importance of proper mounting and dismounting of machinery.
This video is part of the compilation: "Safety Basics Video Series Volumes 6-10." To purchase a copy of this compilation, please contact your local Caterpillar Dealer and ask for media No. TEVD6343 or visit the shopping section of the site.
MOUNTING AND
DISMOUNTING
DESCRIPTION
Volume 8 in Caterpillar's Safety Basics video series, this 2007 video addresses the importance of proper mounting and dismounting of machinery.
This video is part of the compilation: "Safety Basics Video Series Volumes 6-10." To purchase a copy of this compilation, please contact your local Caterpillar Dealer and ask for media No. TEVD6343 or visit the shopping section of the site.
TOOLBOX TALKS
THREE POINTS OF CONTACT
Failure to use the three points of contact method has resulted in numerous injuries. Ensure workers take the following steps when mounting or dismounting equipment:
THREE POINTS OF CONTACT
Failure to use the three points of contact method has resulted in numerous injuries. Ensure workers take the following steps when mounting or dismounting equipment:
- Always use either two hands and one foot, or one hand and two feet when mounting and dismounting equipment.
- Keep hands free when making three points of contact
- Maintain traction by ensuring footwear is free of potential hazards such as dirt, oil, and grease.
- Use hoisting materials to transport tools and other objects that may keep hands from being free.
