Earth Moving Equipment for Trenching in Agriculture Inspection

1. Are all operators trained and have up to date certifications?

2. Does all equipment have instruction and safety manuals available?

3. Does all equipment have preventative maintenance schedules?

4. Are all warning signs and labels clean and legible on equipment?

5. Are shields and guards in place and free of damage?

1. Have all underground utilities been located?

2. Have all underground utility companies been notified of excavation?

3. Has the work area been barricaded properly so personnel is alerted of earth moving activities?

4. Is the work area at least 10 feet away from electrical power sources?

5. Are there any other potential overhead hazards that would cause issue?

6. If the operator will need to travel backwards, has a groundsperson or spotter been identified to assist?