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VII. Sound Suppression Different marketing areas have different noise emis- sion requirements. Noise regulations usually specify limits for operators and spectators. (a) United States OSHA and MSHA noise-control regulations set per- missible noise-exposure limits for machine operators and employees. Operator protection frommachine noise can be achieved by use of factory-built cabs as offered in the Caterpillar Price List. These cabs, when properly maintained and operated with the doors and windows closed, reduce the operator sound level for an eight- hour operating period to meet the OSHA and MSHA noise-exposure limits in effect at the date of manufac- ture. Variables that may be encountered on the job site, such as other nearby noise sources or noise-reflecting surfaces, may reduce the allowable work hours. If this occurs, hearing protection may be required. This is espe- cially true if a machine is not equipped with a closed cab. For example if the machine has no cab, or is being operated with the doors or windows opened. (b) European Union Operator sound-exposure requirements for machines in Europe are very similar to the OSHA and MSHA regulations mentioned above. In addition to operator sound-exposure requirements, most types of Cat machines are subject to European Commission regulations for exterior sound levels. Caterpillar ensures its products sold in the EU comply with the applicable noise regulations. VIII. Replacement Parts for your Cat Machine WARNING When replacement parts are required for this product, Caterpillar recommends using Cat replacement parts or parts with equivalent specifications including, but not limited to, physical dimensions, type, strength and material. Failure to heed this warning can lead to premature failures, product damage, personal injury or death of persons on, or around, the product.

VI. Safety Regulations Regulations vary from country to country and often within country. Your Cat dealer can assist you in prop- erly equipping your machine to meet applicable require- ments. Note: The general summaries given below are not substitutes for Owners or Employers reading and being familiar with the appropriate local laws. (a) United States (US) With a few exceptions, all machine operations in the United States are covered by federal and/or state regula- tions. If the machine is used in mining activities, the reg- ulations are administered by the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA). Other activities, including construction, are under regulations administered by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). These agencies require employers to provide a safe working environment for employees. Caterpillar has the same objective. OSHA and MSHA have adopted criteria for ROPS, Falling Object Protective Structures (FOPS), seat belts, warning horns, back-up alarms, operator sound lev- els, steering systems, and braking systems. Additional operator’s compartment protection may be required for machines engaged in logging, demolition and other special applications. (b) European Union (EU) The EU Machinery Safety Directive applies to Cat machines and most work tools. It requires that the “CE mark” be applied to the product and that a man- ufacturer’s declaration be provided. The “CE mark” indicates that safety issues have been addressed by applying the appropriate safety standards in the design and manufacture of the machine. The objective of the Safety Directive is to protect operators, spectators and maintenance personnel. Caterpillar fully supports this objective.

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