Personal Protective Guide
Job Task: Vehicle Towing
Hazards: Failure of hydraulic equipment, motor vehicle accident injuries, slips and falls while entering and exiting the cab or due to ground surfaces, temperature exposure, hand and eye injuries while connecting chains
Although other exposures exist, they are not controlled by personal protective equipment; therefore, they are not indicated in this manual.
Recommended Personal Protective Equipment:
| Recommended | Equipment |
|---|---|
| X | Hard Hat |
| X | Safety Glasses |
| Googles | |
| Face Shield | |
| X | Gloves (Leather) |
| Respirator | |
| Hearing Protection | |
| X | Safety Shoes/Boots |
| Chemical Resistant Clothing | |
| Apron | |
| Long Sleeve Shirt/Pants | |
| X | Reflective Garment/Vest |
| Fall Protection | |
| X | Other (Seat Belt) |
Additional Comments: Ensure the vehicle being towed is adequately secured, inspect hydraulic equipment, drive defensively and follow traffic laws. Wear appropriate clothing based on the temperature. Wear proper reflective vest if outside the vehicle. Use the three points of contact techniques when mounting and dismounting from the cab. Do not jump from the cab to ground.
Reviewed: 2/2015 by Risk Management and Departmental Safety Committees