Excavator Fundamentals: Professional Operator Safety Level 3
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What is a key aspect of a professional excavator operator?

  • Wearing personal protective clothes and equipment
  • Having a strong physical build
  • Having a desire to learn and improve skills (correct)
  • Being familiar with the manufacturer's operator's manual

    • What should you do if you don't understand something in the operator's manual?

  • Ask a colleague for explanation
  • Try to figure it out on your own
  • Skip the section and move on
  • Ask your supervisor to explain it to you (correct)

    • What is the purpose of signal words in manuals and decals on the machine?

  • To provide general information about the machine
  • To highlight the machine's features
  • To provide a warning about the machine's performance
  • To make the operator and other personnel aware of hazardous situations (correct)

    • What should you do before entering the excavator equipment?

    <p>Ensure footwear is clear of dirt, oil, and grease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of hazard is indicated by a 'Danger' signal word?

    <p>Will result in injury or death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you remove from the equipment ladders before mounting the excavator?

    <p>Mud, snow, ice, grease, or any other substance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial aspect of excavator safety?

    <p>Regular maintenance of the excavator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of warning plates and decals on an excavator?

    <p>To indicate potential hazards and safety precautions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of a professional excavator operator?

    <p>Following safety protocols and guidelines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a risk associated with excavations more than 1.2m deep?

    <p>Collapse of the excavation sides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of hydraulic accumulators?

    <p>To relieve hydraulic pressure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key safety consideration when working with hydraulic systems?

    <p>Seeking medical attention immediately if fluid is injected into the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major difference between excavators and backhoes?

    <p>Excavators are more versatile due to their 360-degree swing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the responsibility of excavator operators in terms of safety equipment?

    <p>To always have a fire extinguisher and first aid kit available</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of skilled excavator operators?

    <p>They never waste a move and seldom move materials more than necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common use of excavators?

    <p>Mass excavation, where the use of loaders and backhoes are impractical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial step during pre-operational inspection of the excavator?

    <p>Relieving hydraulic pressure before removing hoses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to have a fire extinguisher and first aid kit available during excavator operation?

    <p>In case of a fire or injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of daily lubrication procedures for excavators?

    <p>Greasing the tracks daily</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a critical aspect of hydraulic system maintenance?

    <p>Relieving hydraulic pressure before removing hoses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to inspect the tracks during pre-operational inspection?

    <p>To check for signs of wear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration during track sag inspection?

    <p>Inspecting for signs of wear and damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key benefit of relieving hydraulic pressure before removing hoses?

    <p>Reducing the risk of fluid injection injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of fuel safety and handling?

    <p>Handling fuel with care to avoid spills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration during pre-operational inspection of the hydraulic system?

    <p>Relieving hydraulic pressure before removing hoses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the likely cause of the accident in Incident #2?

    <p>The boom control lever was inadvertently moved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the reason for the penalty imposed on ABC Excavating?

    <p>Failure to ensure the sides of the excavation were sloped or shored</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of safety in excavations more than 1.2m deep?

    <p>Ensuring the sides are sloped or shored</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the location of the operator when the accident occurred in Incident #2?

    <p>Outside the cab, leaning out the open boom side window</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key consideration in excavator safety, as demonstrated by Incident #2?

    <p>Controlling the movement of the boom and ropes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an excavator operator do if they do not understand something in the manufacturer's operator's manual?

    <p>Ask your supervisor to explain it to you</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of 'signal words' in excavator manuals and decals?

    <p>To make the operator aware of hazardous situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an excavator operator ensure before entering the equipment?

    <p>That their footwear is clear of dirt, oil, and grease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be worn for eye protection during pre-operational inspection?

    <p>A face shield or safety goggles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for ensuring a fire extinguisher and first aid kit are available during excavator operation?

    <p>The excavator operator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is indicated by the 'Danger' signal word?

    <p>A hazardous situation that will result in injury or death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of a professional excavator operator?

    <p>Desire to learn and improve skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of not relieving hydraulic pressure before removing hoses?

    <p>Fluid injection into the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential to have a doctor familiar with hydraulic fluid injection injuries nearby during pre-operational inspection?

    <p>In case of fluid injection into the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key benefit of excavators compared to backhoes?

    <p>Enhanced versatility due to 360-degree swing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a crucial step to ensure when entering the excavator?

    <p>Face the excavator and maintain 3 point contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done when dismounting from the machine?

    <p>Shut off the engine and lower the attachments completely</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is true about dismounting from the machine?

    <p>Statistically, it is the most dangerous activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a requirement for operating an excavator?

    <p>The operator must not be under the influence of drugs or alcohol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an operator do when taking prescription or over-the-counter drugs?

    <p>Get medical advice on whether it's safe to operate machines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key reason why training is important for excavator operators?

    <p>To reduce the risk of injury to themselves and their coworkers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of the objectives of this training course?

    <p>To conduct a complete walk around and site inspection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key benefit of reducing mistakes and human error in excavator operation?

    <p>Reducing the risk of injury to operators and coworkers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of the instructor's introduction?

    <p>Sharing personal experiences as an excavator operator</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of excavator operator training?

    <p>To reduce the risk of injury to operators and coworkers</p> Signup and view all the answers

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