Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) - Interactive Training - JTA Spiders

Conveyorman Pit "B"

1. Start of Shift Activities

Clock-In

Don PPE

Steel Toed Boots

Rubber or Leather

gloves

Work Gloves/Welding Gloves

Safety Glasses

Clear

Shaded

Hard Hat

Hearing Protection

Where Required and noted with signs. Both plugs and muffs are available based on individual preference.

Obtain Communication (Radio)

Get radio from charger

Put on channel #1

Turn Radio On

Listen for the audible beep

Secure Radio in pocket or holder

Talk to Supervisor

Discuss any special tasks or duties

Discuss turn-over information from maintenance shift

Attend Safety Meeting

Wednesday's at 6:30 am

Obtain the detailed checklist for the Pre-operational Vehicle Inspection

Red tag and inform shop mechanic if defects are found on any safety items

Check Park Brake

Set brake and attempt to move while in third gear

Conduct in safe place

Check Service Brakes

Check Fluids

Check Oil

Check Coolant

Check Power steering

Check Windshield wiper

Check Fuel

Ensure that the correct type of fuel is used

Check Brake

Check Lights

Cleanliness

Operational

Check Back-up alarm

If defective, red tag and inform shop mechanic

Check Horn

Check Wipers

Check Seat belt

Red Tag all Safety Defects

Check Windows and glass

Check Mirrors

Conduct a Visual Check of Battery Cables

Check Belts for wear/cracking

Check Welder and Welding Leads

Check Tire Condition

Check Fire Extinguisher

Check Oxygen/Acetylene Bottles

Check if full

check to make sure they are secure

Check hose,gauge and torch condition

Check gauges for cracks and grease

Ensure that both cylinder valves are closed, oxygen first, bleed the pressure, and loosen both regulator valves

Refer to Employee Safety Handbook

Check for proper housekeeping

Ensure that chocks are present

2. Fire-Up "B" Pit

Radio "A" Pit Conveyorman to start when he is ready

Inspect to ensure that conveyors are operating, while in vehicle

Check for proper belt tracking

Check splices

Look for General Malfunctions

Check for misalignment

Look for smoke

Listen for unusual noises

Check for slipping

Inspect Guarding

Always put guards back in place when finished; shut down operation if guard needs replaced or fixed

Notice Gearbox problems

Look for leaks, heat, and noises

Check V-belts

Ensure start-up alarm is working by listening for it

Inspect and Start Trash Pump

check oil

fill up with gas

prime the pump

remove cap

fill with water and leave cap off

Turn on Switch

Pull the Choke

Pull the Start Cord

Turn off Choke after pump starts

Check for circulation on pump(observe water gushing from pump cap area)

Turn on/off switch to off position

Replace prime cap

Turn switch back on

Pull start cord to start pump

Ensure Material Flow

Observe the transfer points

Ensure material is flowing on belts

Check for spillage

Check for blockage

Look for General Malfunctions

Check for Misalignment

Look for Smoke

Listen for Unusual Noises

Check for Slipping

Inspect Guarding

Shut down operation to repair or replace defective guarding

Look for any gearbox problems

Check V-belts

3. Berm & Highwall Inspection in "B" Pit

Obtain and Follow Workplace Examination Checklist

If any defects are found, contact supervisor and/or loader operator. Refer to MSHA's and Company Policy

Observe and follow all posted safety signs

Check Berms

Check areas of the pond, highwall, and feeder ramp berms

Ensure they are mid-axle height to the largest equipment on roadway

This is a back up check for the loader operator

Check Pit Floor (rocks & steel)

This is a backup check for the loader operator

Check highwall

Check height

This is a backup check for the loader operator

Check angle of repose

This is a backup check for the loader operator

Check for undercuts

This is a backup check for the loader operator

Notify the loader and Marion operator that Conveyorman is in the area

Loader and Marion operators have the right-of-way at all times; stay away from the travel path of Marion

4. "B" Pit Inspection(Belts & Feeder)

Check for proper guarding

Shut down operation to repair or replace defective guarding

Check Belts

Check Rollers

Check Bearings

Check Gear Box

Check Head Pulley

Check Tail Pulley

Check Wipers