
OSHA Quick Card

Stay Focused On Safety While Working On or Around Cargo Handling Equipment

Longshore workers are exposed to many different hazards while working on marine terminals and must recognize these dangers. While operating a fork lift, semi tractor, pick-up or any other piece of equipment, or performing work on foot around equipment as a signal person, clerk, mechanic, or foremen, etc., workers should always remain aware and keep their SAFETY FOCUS to protect themselves and their co-workers. 

Equipment Operators Should Always Be Aware Of:
   * Pedestrian crossings, foot traffic; signal persons, people working under the hook, clerks, etc.
   * Vehicle traffic in the yard
   * Rail crossings
   * Blind corners
   * Chassis extending beyond designated parking areas 
   * Transtainer Lanes
   * Loads passing overhead (Containers, Hatch Covers, etc.)
   * Crane movement
   * Speed and traffic regulations

Signal persons, Clerks, and Other personnel working on the ground should be aware of:
   * All equipment operating in their area
   * Outside trucker traffic 
   * Containers going overhead
   * Co-workers (Make eye or radio contact with cargo handling operators)
Reduce chances of injuries or death by remaining Aware and maintaining your Safety Focus






                                       
                                       
                                       
                                       
                                       
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