A59 360 Excavator Questions And Answers 2023

If the operator has loaded the machine onto a transporter/trailer on behalf of a driver, what checks must be carried out before they leave the cab? - 1. The machine is in the agreed position 2. Hydraulic-operated components aren't grounded and pressure removed 3. Parking brake is applied and engine switched off 4. Windows shut Why should different soils be segregated during excavating? - Because soils can be re-used elsewhere If setting up to excavate in a confined area, name TWO things that should be taken into account before starting - 1. Proximity hazards 2. Spoil placing Before manually changing any bucket: a) Where should the bucket be positioned (in relation to the ground) before moving the final pin and b) explain why - a) The bucket should be placed on the ground b) To prevent striking personnel Give FOUR reasons that may cause the machine to tip over - forwards and/or sideways - 1. Travelling on a slope 2. Operating with an uneven load 3. Operating with high loads 4. Soft tyres (for wheeled excavators) 5. Soft Ground When must a banksman/signaller be used before moving an excavator? - In situations when operator cannot see the direction of travel What needs to be inspected on a quick-hitch coupler when attaching lifting accessories to lift sling loads? - Locking system engaged in the correct position and appropriate weight and size of the attachments. Before lowering into or moving a drag box into a trench, what trench related checks must be made? - It must be checked if all the personnel has been cleared. Where should the excavators operators manual be kept and why? - The operators manual should be kept inside the machine in a place where the operator has easy access. If the excavator is carrying out deep excavating work using the full working range, what hazard may occur? - Excavation beneath machine itself. With regards to lifting accessories, irrespective of who supplied the accessories, what THREE factors should be ensured before accessories are used? - 1. The accessories have certificates 2. The correct accessory is used for the load 3. The accessory has been serviced When an object needs to be lifted on a site, what should be the first consideration of planning? - Planning the lifting operation by an authorised, appointed person. Why must the controls be isolated before each load can be attached or disconnected by the slinger? - To avoid injury risk to the slinger through accidental control operation Give TWO examples of where The Work at Height Regulations may apply to 360 excavator operations. - 1. Boom maintenance 2. Cab access Why should an excavator be re-fuelled the end of the day? - The machine should be refuelled at the end of the day to prevent condensation building up in the tank as it's cooling down. The operator has to fit and use a new bucket using quick- coupler that they are unfamiliar with. What do Regulations (i.e. PUWER 98) and other guidance require the operator to have? - Appropriate training and up to date information for that particular piece of equipment