Earthmoving equipment or heavy equipment refers to a set of large construction vehicles used to move soil, rock, and other heavy objects. OSHA compliant earthmoving equipment safety training must be provided to both the workers using the equipment and anyone else who may come in to contact with the equipment.
Summary:
There are many hazards associated with heavy equipment and the long list of regulations your company must abide by. Due to the large nature of this equipment, when accidents occur, they are often tragic.
While OSHA does not have a specific regulation for each piece of equipment, the federal organization requires you to train your employees on the hazards of equipment, proper usage and more. This type of OSHA compliant earthmoving equipment safety training must be provided to both the workers using the equipment and anyone else who may come in to contact with the equipment.