TM 5-3895-374-10
HAZARD
DESCRIPTION
RECOMMENDATION
Fluids under
Hydraulic cylinders, lines and
Maintain lines in good
pressure
valves.
operating condition. Wear
protective clothing while
operating the plant. (gloves,
coveralls, safety glasses, hard
hat)
Compressed air
An air compressor is mounted
Maintain system in good
on this unit and provides air at
operating condition. Release
125 psi to the gate cylinders.
air pressure prior to repairing
An air tank is part of the
the system.
compressor. The trailer air
brake system is comprised of
air lines, tanks and valves
which activate the trailer
brakes.
High temperature
Asphalt aggregate mixtures
Wear protective clothing while
being discharged and exhaust
operating the plant. (gloves,
gases will become hot
coveralls, safety glasses, hard
approximately 3000 F)
hat)
Fumes
Asphalt hot mix is discharged
Avoid inhaling fumes and
from the slat conveyor.
operating equipment in a
confined area.
6.Baghouse
HAZARD
DESCRIPTION
RECOMMENDATION
Noise
Steady noise levels exceeding
Use of ear protection.
85 dba may be caused by:
the air compressor, rotary
exhaust fan and blower.
Operating
The air compressor is belt
Use of guards during
machinery
driven. The exhaust fan is
operation. Operator should
belt driven.
not wear loose fitting clothing.
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