Pennsylvania Statutes Title 52 P.S. Mines and Mining § 690-415. Duties of equipment operator

(1) Check the exhaust emissions control and conditioning system components to determine that the components are in place and not damaged or leaking.

(2) Assure that the equipment is clean and free of accumulations of combustibles.

(3) Assure that the machine is loaded safely.

(4) Check for external physical damage.

(5) Check for loose or missing connections.

(6) Check engine oil level.

(7) Check transmission oil level.

(8) Check other fluid levels, if applicable.

(9) Check for hydraulic, coolant and oil leaks.

(10) Check fan, water pump and other belts.

(11) Check the fan for damage.

(12) Check guards.

(13) Check the fuel level.

(14) Check for fuel leaks.

(15) Comply with recordkeeping requirements pursuant to section 414. 1

(1) Check all onboard engine performance and maintenance diagnostics system gauges for proper operation and in-range readings. The equipment operator shall immediately shut down the engine and notify the operator if the onboard readings indicate any of the following:

(2) Check safety features, including, but not limited to, the throttle, brakes, steering, lights and horn.

(3) Comply with recordkeeping requirements pursuant to section 414.