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6 SAFETY NOTICESHazard: Fire Resistant Hydraulic (FRH) Fluid is toxic if absorbed through skin or ingested.
WARNING

Fire Resistant Hydraulic (FRH) Fluid is toxic if absorbed through skin or ingested. Wear gloves and avoid contact with skin. If FRH contacts skin, wash immediately with soap. If FRH gets into eyes, wash with lots of water for 15 minutes and get medical attention. If FRH is swallowed, get medical attention. Do not service hydraulic system when FRH is hot or pressurized. Failure to comply may result in death or severe injury to personnel and damage to equipment.

WARNING

Fuel is flammable and harmful to health. Keep fuel away from heat or ignition sources. DO NOT smoke within 50 feet (15 m) of a fuel source. Do not work on fuel system when engine is hot. Shut down engine before refueling. Make sure fuel nozzle is grounded to filler neck. Do not overfill fuel tank. Keep fire extinguisher nearby. Wear gloves and eye protection and make sure adequate ventilation during refueling. Refer to local procedures and plans for preventing and responding to fuel spills or leaks. Use a drain pan or suitable container to capture any draining, leaking or spilled fuel. Immediately clean up spilled fuel. Keep cloths / rags away from open flame and / or ignition sources. Comply with local procedures and environmental regulations when disposing of unused fuel, soiled/cleanup materials (such as filters and rags), and drained, leaked or spilled fuel. Failure to comply may result in death or severe injury to personnel and damage to the environment.

WARNING

ENGINE COOLANT Engine coolant is poisonous if ingested and can irritate skin and eyes. Avoid skin and eye contact. Wear protective eyewear and clothing. If exposed, flush skin and/or eyes with water and seek medical attention. Use a drain pan or suitable container to capture any draining, leaking or spilled fluid. Refer to local procedures and plans for preventing and responding to fluid spills or leaks. Immediately clean up spilled fluid. Comply with local procedures and environmental regulations when disposing of unused chemicals, soiled/cleanup materials (such as filters and rags), and drained, leaked or spilled fluids. Failure to comply may result in injury to personnel and/or damage to the environment.

WARNING

Hydraulic systems operate at high pressures and temperatures. Hydraulic fluid under pressure can pierce skin. Do not check for leaks with hands. Always allow hydraulic oil to cool and relieve pressure in hydraulic system before conducting tasks. Open lines and hoses slowly and wait for any residual pressure to relieve before continuing to open lines and hoses. Hydraulic fluid may be flammable. Keep away from heat, open flame and/or other ignition sources. Prolonged contact with hydraulic fluid may cause skin irritation. Wear protective eyewear, gloves and clothing. If exposed, flush skin and/or eyes with water and seek medical attention. Use a drain pan or suitable container to capture any draining, leaking or spilled fluid. Refer to local procedures and plans for preventing and responding to fluid spills or leaks. Immediately clean up spilled hydraulic fluid. Keep cloths/rags away from open flame and/or ignition sources. Comply with local procedures and environmental regulations when disposing of unused chemicals, soiled/ cleanup materials (such as filters and rags), and drained, leaked or spilled fluids. Failure to comply may result in death or severe injury to personnel and damage to the equipment.

WARNING

Lubricating oil may be flammable. Keep away from heat, open flame, and/or other ignition sources. Prolonged contact with lubricating oil may cause a skin rash. Wear protective eyewear, gloves and clothing. Remove saturated clothing immediately and thoroughly wash skin that comes in contact with lubricating oil. If exposed, flush skin and/or eyes with water and seek medical attention. Use a drain pan or suitable container to capture any draining, leaking or spilled fluid. Refer to local procedures and plans for preventing and responding to fluid spills or leaks. Immediately clean up spilled oil. Keep cloths/rags away from open flame and/or ignition sources. Comply with local procedures and environmental regulations when disposing of lubricating oil, soiled/ cleanup materials (such as filters and rags), and drained, leaked or spilled fluids. Failure to comply may result in death or severe injury to personnel and/or damage to the equipment.

WARNING

Use a drain pan or suitable container to capture any draining, leaking or spilled fluid. Refer to local procedures and plans for preventing and responding to fluid spills or leaks. Immediately clean up spilled fluid. Comply with local procedures and environmental regulations when disposing of unused chemicals, soiled/cleanup materials (such as filters and rags), and drained, leaked or spilled fluids. Failure to comply may result in death or severe injury to personnel and damage to equipment.

1. Check exterior of vehicle for damage or missing items. Ensure all items are properly secured.

2. Check wires and lead seals on external fire extinguisher handles.

3. Check outside of vehicle for signs of fuel, oil, or coolant leaks.

NOT MISSION CAPABLE IFExact criteria from the cited work package
  • Wire or lead seal on external fire suppression handle is missing or broken.
  • Any fuel or any Class III oil or coolant leak is found.