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COMMITMENTS TO QUALITY STANDARDS
Al-Mazaya Company Profile
| Commitments to Quality Standards
• Mark and guard any excavation that is deeper than 12 inches.
• Mark and/or guard potholes and sidewalk damage as appropriate.
• Protect smoke detectors with some type of cover when construction work, such as dust or fume producing activities, may
affect smoke detectors. Remove protectors immediately at the end of the activity or at the end of the each day.
Heavy Equipment Safety
When using heavy equipment, there are five basic guidelines that the Engineer must always follow to ensure safety:
1. Know how to properly operate the equipment you are using.
2. Do not use heavy machinery when you are drowsy, intoxicated, or taking prescription medication that may affect your
performance.
3. Use only equipment that is appropriate for the work to be done.
4. Inspect your equipment to ensure that it is in good working condition before beginning a job. In addition, ensure that
regular inspection and maintenance are conducted as appropriate.
5. Do not stress or overload your equipment.
Accidents do not just happen, they are caused. Therefore, labors should also follow these guidelines:
Ensure the following before leaving equipment unattended:
• All buckets, blades, etc. are on the ground
• Transmission is in neutral
• Engine is off
• Equipment is secure against movement
• Never get on or off moving equipment
• Do not attempt to lubricate or adjust a running engine
• Turn the engine off before refueling
• Keep all shields and safety guards in place
• Avoid underground utilities and overhead power lines
The following sections provide basic guidelines for working with forklifts, front-end loaders, and backhoes. Refer to the
product documentation that accompanied your equipment for more information and specific instructions.
Forklift
Only authorized personnel may operate forklifts. The following list provides general safety guidelines:
• Do not allow riders. Do not raise people on a forklift.
• Do not speed.
• Drive up and back down ramps.
• Do not walk, stand, or work under the elevated portion of a forklift (even if it is not loaded).
• Ensure that the forklift has an overhead barrier to protect the operator from falling objects.
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