Only trained and certified personnel should ever operate heavy equipment — no exceptions.
Why It Matters:
Allowing untrained workers to use machinery, even for “just a second,” is a serious violation of safety protocols and puts everyone on the jobsite at risk. Unauthorized operation can lead to injury, equipment damage, or fatal incidents.
Key Points:
- Only designated, authorized operators with proper training and qualifications may use equipment.
- Supervisors must verify that operators are up to date on certifications.
- Never assume someone “knows how” to operate a machine because they’ve seen it before.
- Keys and access to equipment should be controlled — machines should not be left running and unattended.
- If someone operates equipment without authorization, report it immediately.
✅ Skill, training, and approval are non-negotiable.
Ask the Crew:
- Is every operator on-site properly trained and approved?
- Do we have a clear system to control access to heavy equipment?
