Ohio Admin. Code 1501:10-2-18 - Duties of equipment operator
(A)
Pre-operational examination. Prior to using a piece of
diesel-powered equipment during a shift, an equipment operator shall conduct a
pre-operational examination as follows:
(1)
Check the
exhaust emissions control and conditioning system components to determine that
the components are in place and not damaged or leaking;
(2)
Assure that the
equipment is clean and free of accumulations of combustibles;
(3)
Assure that the
machine is loaded safely;
(4)
Check for
external physical damage;
(5)
Check for loose
or missing connections;
(6)
Check engine oil level;
(7)
Check
transmission oil level;
(8)
Check other fluid levels, if applicable;
(9)
Check
for hydraulic, coolant and oil leaks;
(10)
Check fan,
water pump and other belts;
(11)
Check the fan
for damage;
(12)
Check guards;
(13)
Check the fuel
level;
(14)
Check for fuel leaks; and
(15)
Comply with
record keeping requirements pursuant to rule 1501:10-2-17 of the Administrative Code.
(B)
Operational
examination. After the engine is started and has reached normal operating
temperature, the equipment operator shall conduct an examination as
follows:
(1)
Check all onboard engine performance and maintenance diagnostics system gauges
for proper operation and in-range readings. The equipment operator shall
immediately shut down the engine and notify mine management if the onboard
readings indicate any of the following:
(a)
Intake
restriction at full engine speed is greater than the manufacturer's
recommendation;
(b)
Exhaust restriction at full engine speed is greater
than the manufacturer's recommendation;
(c)
Coolant
temperature is at or near two hundred twelve degrees Fahrenheit;
(d)
Low
engine oil pressure; or
(e)
High engine oil temperature.
(2)
Check
safety features, including, but not limited to, the throttle, brakes, steering,
lights and horn; and
(3)
Comply with record keeping requirements of rule 1501:10-2-17 of the Administrative Code.
Notes
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 1513.02
Rule Amplifies: 1513.02, 1567.35
Prior Effective Dates: 11/03/11
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 1513.02
Rule Amplifies: 1513.02, 1567.35
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