1. SAFE WORK INSTRUCTIONS
Title of Subject : Motorman/Tram Diesel
Last Reviewed Date : October 2015
SAFE WORK INSTRUCTIONS
The following safe work instructions is NOT INTENDED to replace hands on training requirements of the code of federal regulations. The intent is to provide an overview of known potential safety hazards associated with equipment operation. Hands on training with an experienced operator on each specific model must be conducted. The trainee can not proceed onto production until they are determined ready to proceed by the supervisor of the training. Before any operation or maintenance procedure is performed with or on this equipment, it is important that personnel have a complete understanding of the location and functions of all controls and indicators, as well as, the location and use of all emergency shutdown controls and procedures.
Steps for Initial SWI Training:
Prepare – Review the SWI.
Present – Quick Card at the machine with experienced operator.
Tryout – Person runs the machine with supervision.
Follow up – Competency points are verified by supervisor and is signed by the trainee/trainer to complete the training.
Steps for Retraining:
Review SWI or Quick Card
Verify Competency Points
Complete Annual Training Requalification Form
Competency Points:
Pre-operational Checks ©
Tramming ©
Coupling/Uncoupling Cars/Equipment©
Loading/Unloading Cars/Equipment ©
Buchanan Minerals, LLC is providing this safety guidance in order to specify the minimum safety standards, practices or policies that are expected to be observed by persons operating on Buchanan Minerals property. Additional or different safety standards, practices or policies may be applicable to your business or situation. You are solely responsible for establishing the safety standards, practices and policies that are applicable to your business and your situation and Buchanan Minerals, LLC assumes no responsibility or liability in that regard. Note: Only information that is maintained on the Buchanan Minerals web site is deemed controlled.

2. SAFE WORK INSTRUCTIONS
Title: Motorman/Tram Diesel
SAFE WORK INSTRUCTIONS
KEY POINTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Work Area Examination:
Examine the roof and ribs for loose materials and the walkways for potential slipping/tripping hazards.
Scale loose roof and ribs as necessary. Remove potential slipping/tripping hazards.
Preoperational Checks:
PA State Law - Diesel operators must have received initial 8 hours of instruction by a diesel certified instructor.
Approved diesel pre-operational checklist must be completed in it’s entirety prior to being operated.
The number of passengers is limited by the number of SCSR’s and seating located on the motor/tram.
The equipment must be maintained free from accumulations of combustible materials.(coal, dust, paper, grease and oil).
Any materials transported in or on a motor/tram must be secured and stored in a permanently designed location.
Sound the audible alarm prior to starting the equipment to perform any of the pre-operational checks to alert others in the area of your intentions.
Ensure that the equipment is in a safe location prior to beginning the checks.
Do not cross between motors/tram to perform the checks.
Be alert to traffic in the area.
If any of the items on the checklist cannot be completed the items must be repaired/completed prior to operation.
Maintain three points of contact at all times when entering or exiting the equipment.
Prior to starting the equipment to perform any of the checks ensure that all personnel are in the clear.
Tramming:
Sound the audible alarm prior to starting, tramming or when approaching turns or switches to alert others of your intended movement.
Lights must be on in the direction of travel.
Ensure that all personnel are in the clear prior to starting or tramming.
Slow down when approaching turns or switches.
Ensure proper switch alignment prior to travelling thru switches.

3. SAFE WORK INSTRUCTIONS
Title: Motorman/tram Diesel
SAFE WORK INSTRUCTIONS
KEY POINTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Tramming Continued:
Safety chains must be connected in the passenger compartments prior to tramming.
Maintain a minimum 300 foot travel distance between rides.
Follow the site specific block light policy, mine safeguards and haulage travel patterns.
Motor/tram must be operated at a speed consistent with the conditions.
In the event of a motor/tram derailment the responsible person must be notified and a class 2 risk assessment completed prior to re-railing.
Sound the audible alarm whenever approaching miners in a crosscut, shelter hole, curves and intersections.
Slow down and sound the audible alarm when flashing blue lights are near the haulage.
Ensure that all switches are returned to there original position after travelling thru.
Operators and passengers must keep all body parts inside of the equipment at all times.
When it becomes necessary to wait in a switch for loads or empties to pass by, all individuals are required to dismount the equipment and position themselves in a designated safe location unless the equipment is parked in a designated safe location or oncoming traffic is travelling with the switch. (Policy)
Flashing blue lights indicate that work is taking place near the haulage.
Do not pass by miners that are not located in a crosscut or shelter hole.
Trip lights are required on the inby ends or trips of cars being pushed.
Parking:
Whether temporarily or permanently parking the equipment the engine must be shut off.
Ensure that the equipment is parked in a safe location and the parking brake is set prior to exiting the equipment.
Diesel equipment cannot be left unattended with the engine running.
Maintain three points of contact when entering or exiting the equipment.
The equipment must come to a complete stop prior to entering or exiting.

4. SAFE WORK INSTRUCTIONS
Title: Motorman/tram Diesel
SAFE WORK INSTRUCTIONS
KEY POINTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Coupling/Uncoupling:
Examine the work are for loose materials in the roof and ribs.
Examine the walkways for potential slipping/tripping hazards.
Utilize radios and light signals for effective communication between operators.
Ensure that units are adequately coupled prior to moving.
Do not go between or allow anyone to go between units that are being coupled/uncoupled.
Follow site specific guidelines for transporting materials/equipment.
Scale loose roof and ribs as necessary.
Remove potential slipping/tripping hazards prior to beginning the task.
Verify commands prior to moving to couple or uncouple.
Follow site specific guidelines for coupling prior to moving. (Safety Chains)
Loading/Unloading:
Utilize radios and light signals for effective communication between workers.
Ensure that the materials/equipment are adequately secured prior to moving.
Do not go between or allow anyone to go between units that are being loaded/unloaded.
Ensure that all chains and binders used to secure materials/equipment are of adequate size and strength.
Remove potential slipping/tripping hazards prior to beginning task.
Verify commands prior to moving to load or unload.
Follow the site specific guidelines regarding maximum heights for materials/equipment being loaded.
Ensure that cars are secured against unintended movement prior to loading/unloading.
All chains used to secure materials or to be used as safety chains must be approved by site management.