AEM introduce updated Hydraulic Excavator Safety manual
THE Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) has updated its Hydraulic Excavator Safety Manual with new and expanded material that reflects current industry practices.
AEM safety manuals illustrate typical worksite and equipment hazards as well as safe practices in equipment preparation, operation, maintenance and transport. They are suitable for group safety sessions on the job or in the classroom, as well as individual usage.
The Hydraulic Excavator Safety Manual has been increased from 48 to 60 pages and now includes a new section on trenching safety. Expanded or additional material includes safe mounting and dismounting; utility locating practices; attachment installation; installation, use and maintenance of quick-couplers; and use of newer safety design features such as gate- or armrest-based hydraulic control locks.
AEM’s safety and training materials cover more than 40 types of equipment used in agricultural, construction, forestry and utility applications. The Association initiated its safety tools programme more than 40 years ago to provide job-proven and time-tested suggestions that promote safety-conscious attitudes and performance.
All AEM safety manuals, videos and related safety and training products are available online at www.aem.org in the AEM Store. Some safety materials are offered in downloadable files or in DVD format. AEM members receive discounts on selected materials.
