Chapter Saftey Rules:
Resolution 212:
Whereas, the club sponsors exhibits or shows of antique Caterpillar-related
machinery for the edification and viewing pleasure of the general public; and
Whereas, the operation of machinery may be hazardous to show attendees and other
show exhibitors; and
Whereas, the club has always been concerned with ensuring that all of its shows
are conducted in a safe manner and that no accidents occur; and
Whereas, at sometime in the distant past, the board of directors had adopted
a written show safety policy; and
Whereas, the Shows and Advertising Committee has reviewed the old written policy
and has recommended a new policy;
Now therefore, it is resolved:
1. All prior policies of the club concerning safety measures to be observed
at club-sponsored shows are repealed.
2. Effective immediately, the following constitutes the club's policy on show
safety.
"Disclaimer: ACMOC is not responsible for personal injury or property damage
incurred during a show or event or during the loading and unloading of equipment.
Loading and unloading is the responsibility of the equipment owner/operator.
"Safety Policy":
A. The host's safety rules must cover all aspects of the ACMOC safety
rules, or ACMOC will require use of their rules during the event.
B. The ACMOC Show Committee will work with the host to determine which
set of safety rules will prevail.
C. Safety rules will be enforced uniformly and fairly.
D. Either the host or ACMOC will conduct a safety training session for
all operators of equipment daily and provide some form of identification for
those operators who have completed the training. The ACMOC Show Committee
will work with the host to determine whether ACMOC or the host will conduct
the sessions.
E. Areas where equipment is operating must be clearly marked with yellow
caution tape or security fencing to prevent spectators from entering the area.
F. A severe weather plan is required to identify the action/actions to
be taken if a storm occurs during the show or event.
G. Show management reserves the right, at its discretion, to deny admission
to any person or machine, or to require any person, vehicle, or machine to leave
the site for safety reasons.
H. Anyone whose judgment is impaired by alcohol or drugs is not allowed
on the show grounds.
I. ACMOC Safety Rules:
1. Do not climb on the machines unless the owner is present and
you have his/her permission.
2. Stay back a minimum of 15 feet from any operating equipment.
3. Operate a machine only if:
a. You are 16 years of age or older.
b. You are not under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
c. You have attended a safety training class within
the last 5 days.
d. You have the permission of the owner.
e. You know how to operate the specific piece of equipment
and you can do it safely.
f. Riders are permitted on equipment only if the machine
has a seat designed specifically for a passenger other than the operator.
g. Make sure all work tools have been lowered and are
resting on the ground before leaving a machine. That includes buckets, blades,
rippers, aprons, etc.
h. Stay alert to machine movement as you walk around
the show grounds.
i. Maintain direct personal control of your children
and pets. All pets must be on a leash.
j. Exercise care when approaching a parked machine.
Burns can occur if hot parts are touched even after the machine has been parked.
k. Report any unsafe activity to show management.
Note: Control of ATV’s, golf carts, and automobiles on
the show grounds, is left to the hosting club.
The main motion passed and the amended resolution was adopted.