Safety; Safe Operating Practices; Chemical Safety - Toro 41177 Multi-Pro 1250 Operator's Manual

Safety

Improper use or maintenance by the operator or
owner can result in injury. To reduce the potential
for injury, comply with these safety instructions
and always pay attention to the safety alert
symbol, which means CAUTION, WARNING, or
DANGER—personal safety instruction. Failure to
comply with the instruction may result in personal
injury or death.
Supervisors, operators, and service persons should
be familiar with the following standards and
publications: (The material may be obtained from
the address shown).
• Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code:
ANSI/NFPA 30
• National Fire Protection Association:
ANSI/NFPA #505; Powered Industrial Trucks
National Fire Prevention Association
Barrymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
U.S.A.
• SAE 2258 Light Utility Vehicles
Society of Automotive Engineers
SAE World Headquarters
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096-0001
• ANSI/UL 558; Internal Combustion
Engine Powered Industrial Trucks
American National Standards Institute, Inc.
1430 Broadway New York,
New York 10018 U.S.A.
or
Underwriters Laboratories
333 Pfingsten Road
Northbrook, Illinois 60062
U.S.A.

Safe Operating Practices

The sprayer is an off-highway vehicle
only and is not designed, equipped, or
manufactured for use on public streets,
roads, or highways.
Supervisor's Responsibilities
• Make sure that operators are thoroughly
trained and familiar with the Operator's Manual,
Engine Manual, and all labels on the sprayer.
• Establish your own special procedures and
work rules for unusual operating conditions
(e.g. slopes too steep for sprayer operation).

Chemical Safety

Chemicals are hazardous and can injure
you, bystanders, animals, plants, soils, or
other property.
• Carefully read and follow the chemical
manufacturer's instructions for the safe
preparation, use, and disposal of the
chemical.
• Keep chemicals off of your or bystander's
skin. If contact should occur, wash it
off immediately with clean water and
detergent.
• Wear goggles and other protective
equipment as instructed by the chemical
manufacturer.
• Obtain proper training before using or
handling chemicals.
• Use the correct chemical for the job.
• Follow the chemical manufacturer's
instructions for the safe application of the
chemical.
• Handle chemicals in a well ventilated area.
• Wear goggles and other protective equipment
as instructed by the chemical manufacturer.
Ensure that as little skin as possible is exposed
while using chemicals.
• Have clean water available especially when
filling the spray tank.
• Do not eat, drink, or smoke while working
with chemicals.
• Always wash your hands and other exposed
areas as soon as possible after finishing the
work.
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