Aggregates Manager Digital Magazine
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AGGREGATES MANAGER November 2014 30 T here are two main types of belt mainte- nance: reactive maintenance and proactive maintenance. e fi rst, reactive main- tenance, involves a problem that occurs on your beltline that needs to be fi xed to avoid extended downtime. e second type, proactive maintenance, involves assessing your system and determining what needs to be addressed before a problem occurs. W hen it comes to belt maintenance, however, worker safety is anything but routine. Safety is of utmost importance on the job site every day. Work- place accidents are painful to both workers and the bo om line. Even one small injury can not only aff ect productivity, but can also result in medical bills and a workers' compensation claim. W hether you are performing proactive main- tenance or reacting to a repair need, preparing to work safely is key. In addition to wearing personal protective equipment, using appropriate lock out/ tag out procedures, and making sure you're secured to a sturdy structure, following the proper proce- dures and using the right products is an essential part of safe and successful belt maintenance. Proper li ing When conducting maintenance that involves li ing a belt, using the proper equipment is paramount to safety and success. Li ing a tensioned conveyor belt out of the way to perform maintenance work is a diffi cult job. It can not only be time consuming, but extremely dangerous if not done correctly. Easy-to- use belt li ers can help make the job safer and easier. Put your workers first when performing belt maintenance. by Ryan Grevenstuk Hydraulic breakers should be properly sized for the carrier. Conveyor Maintenance: Spillage in the load zone can not only be costly, but dangerous. Safety First