A dump truck delivering sand to a treatment site tipped over due to the angle of the truck on the slope — instead of being perpendicular to the slope the truck was at an angle. (Thankfully, no one was hurt.)
Many of the issues related to safety around equipment are not unique to those of us in the septic system industry, but they are still critical to maintaining a successful and safe business. Heavy trucks and trailers used to transport equipment and materials must be in compliance...
This article is part of a series on safety:
- Focus on Safety: Installers Need to Make Safety a Priority
- Focus on Safety: Federal and State OSHA Standards
- 7 Overlooked Safety Issues for Installers
- Electrical Hazards to Watch for During Septic Repair and Installation
- Focus on Safety: Transporting and Operating Equipment
