DRILLING & BORING MACHINE INSTRUCTION

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DRILLING & BORING MACHINE INSTRUCTION

Boring machines are used for deep underground construction (e.g., steel profile, ready-mixed concrete parts) works for
pushing into or removing from the construction foundation by driving, pressing or shaking.
Typical Hazards
1- Typical hazards:
Man-machine joint work in a narrow space,
Working with heavy loads,
Inability to recognize frequently the structure of foundation (bearing strength, existing facilities,
installations or other obstacles),
Noise.
2- Report hazards and take precautionary protection measures.
Before Starting Work
3- Discovery at the construction site:
Are there any cables, sewers, and transmission lines in the work area that may pose a danger?
Is the construction area free from toxic waste and explosive materials?
Is the ground structure capable of bearing heavy construction machines?
4- Arrangement of the construction ground;
In accordance with the discovery results,
When necessary, by relocating, closing, covering or securing the existing networks,
By identifying and marking traffic passages and storage areas,
By preparing a work plan, it is carried out.
Personnel
5- Identify an authorized engineer to be present during the boring works,
6- Boring operations will be carried out under the responsibility of an experienced and competent person.
7- The managers responsible for the boring works will select and apply the most suitable working method depending
on the ground structure of the workplace and other factors in order to eliminate the risk of wreckage.
8- Machine operators:
Must have a G-class license or certificate, suitable for using this type of machine.
Must be trained in safety measures on operation, maintenance and technical aspects,
Must certify his competency,
Must be assigned in writing by the administration.
9- All employees should be informed about the hazard analysis results related to the construction site and the
measures to be taken based on the results before starting work.

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10- All personnel shall wear Personal Protective Equipment in the work area (Helmet, glasses, work shoes, earmuffs
and reflective work clothes).
11- The personnel working in the boring operation will not wear loose, draped clothing, and not wear clothes blown in
the wind such as scarfs, mufflers, topcoats and coats.
Machines
12- Use boring machines in accordance with the rules set out by the manufacturer.
13- Observe the maximum load limit specified in the operating instructions.
14- Use the lifting device assembly only in accordance with the operating instructions. Lower the load with the vehicle
in gear, do not shift the gear into neutral.
15- Curved drilling is in principle prohibited, except as specified in the operating manual.
16- Follow the safe standing criteria specified in the operation manual.
17- Install the boring machines only on durable grounds, pay attention to the maximum loading rate of the ground.
18- When getting on vehicles higher than 3 m, ensure fall safety (e.g., measure against climbing and falling behind).
19- Follow the installation, dismantling, attaching, adding and maintenance instructions.
20- Before starting work with the boring machine, make all safety checks and tighten loose connections.
21- Use the self-mechanical jack or hydraulic piston unit of the system carrying the boring platform to provide boring
machine setup and positioning and leveling on the horizontal plane. Do not make boring machine horizontal
leveling work by using portable jack.
22- Boring machine powertrain (shaft, rope drums, coupling) will be inside the casing, nothing will be allowed to wrap
on the rotating powertrain.
23- It is extremely dangerous and strictly prohibited to fix the control levers in working position by using wires, rods or
similar things.
Lowering down and Pulling out the Boring Elements
24- The work area should be surrounded by safety nets or strip.
25- Necessary caution and warning signs should be placed around the work area.
26- Unauthorized persons are prohibited from standing in the work area. Otherwise, the machine operator must stop the
machine.
27- At some works, if it is inevitable to enter and stand in the danger zone, the administration must take additional
security measures and employees must comply with them. For example:
Making eye contact with the machine operator when entering the work area,
Determining the work flow jointly.
28- If the machine operator does not have sufficient field of vision, a pointer should be used.
29- In order to stop the boring process immediately in case of danger that may occur, observe it regularly.
30- Only use suitable lifting equipment. (1)

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31- Secure the boring elements against falling over the entire working period (e.g. safety belts and straps, fasteners,
ropes etc.).
32- If spigot chains or clamps are used for the transportation of light driving elements, the conditions of use should be
described in the operating instructions (e.g. maximum load, size and shape of the hole, daily shift checks).
33- Before starting to drill, check that the eyebolt that connects the water cap and rope is screwed tightly and fully, the
water cap is fully connected to the rod, and that water does not leak from the water cap seal. If the water cap is
leaking water, stop boring and replace the water cap and tightly screw the eyebolt bolt that fastens the cap and rope.
34- Do not use twisted and bent rods in boring.
35- Check the conformity of the rod diameters, machine jaws. Thin rods can be broken down during drilling.
36- When the rod set is pulled up to the top of the drilling rig to remove the rods, do not make braking the rods
remaining in the bore hole with the pipe wrench. Use mechanical braking device.
37- Warn your assistant not to touch the drilling set without the machine is stopped while the rods are installed and
removed. Do not give the recirculating water to the boring line or move the spindle unless your assistant tightens
the rods and moves away from the location.
38- Check the regulating valves and water pressure, wait for the water pressure to drop before the rod is removed.
39- Secure the drill rammer and shaker against falling down.
40- If the area of the boring assembly is entered in relation to driving work, take mechanical barricade measure
(limiting with piles, stopping device).
41- Mobile cranes (if it is foreseen by the manufacturer to be used in accordance with the rules) can be used as a carrier
in the extraction works.
42- Take into account the high noise when standing near the shaking tool and the rammer:
43- Eliminate avoidable noise sources. (For example, vibratory link chains)
44- Use suitable ear protectors.
45- Use electrically non-conductive rubber boots and gloves when placing anchor bolts.
46- Get regular workplace occupational health examination services.
47- Never touch electrical lines or boards.
48- Be alert for the danger of the electrical cables coming into contact with puddles in the work area and in such cases,
immediately stop the machine and warn the workers, inform the electrician to ensure that the current is cut off.
49- Leave the electrical works to the electrician.
50- Ensure the surrounding of the drilling and boring location kept constantly dry.
51- Surround the drilling pool with safety strip, provide lighting so that it can be seen at night.
52- After the drilling and boring is finished, the location should be cleaned before leaving and the drilling mud deposit
in the pit used as a pool should be taken and properly packed and sent to the waste storage area for disposal
accordingly.
53- The drilling well (borehole) must be filled and closed before leaving.
54- Do not leave the machine without stopping it.
55- When refueling, stop the machine and do not smoke around during refueling.
Protection and Inspection of Machinery and Installations
56- Machinery and installations should be protected and examined:
Daily by the machine operator,
By experts, if and when needed and regularly.
Keep the results.
Additional Information About Floating Boring Machines
57- Select the pontoons according to the size and weight of the boring machine.

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58- Have the swimming ability and safety calculations of the pontoons confirmed by the expert.
59- Anchor pontoons safely. Watch out for flowing regions when anchoring the pontoons,
60- Secure the deck edges with railings as long as the operation allows.
61- Use life jackets while working on the deck of floating boring machines. (2)
62- Have the rescue system ready. (3)

63- Take precautions in flowing water against wave, current resistance and hitting the ropes hidden under water (e.g.,
float, warning signs).
Periodic Inspections and Maintenance
64- Operators are responsible for the safe use of the machine under all conditions, for all kinds of daily maintenance
and for making periodic inspections on time.
65- Monthly and quarterly checks, and at least once a year general checks will be carried out regularly by authorized
personnel.
66- Maintenance-repairs will be done by authorized service personnel or experts and records of maintenance and
repairs will be kept.
67- Repair and maintenance of construction machines will be carried out by certified, authorized and competent people
using tools and equipment complying with the standards.
68- Legal inspection must be done by authorized institutions every year.
69- Exhaust inspection should be done every year.
70- Check weekly that the fire extinguisher in the construction machine works and that the expiration date has not
passed.
Deliver those which are not working or have expired to the authorities, and provide a new one.

71- Check the materials and expiration dates in your first aid kit monthly. Replace the expired ones or complete the
missing items.

72- Before starting the machine, check that daily maintenance is made, and check details and get a record. Report with
the check form any deficiencies you identified to the supervisor responsible.

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73- Hydraulic hoses should be checked continuously and if any deformed hose is detected, the machine should be
stopped even if it is running and the deformed part of the hose should be removed and a sound hose attachment
should be made.
74- Mobile construction machinery, unless its all audible and visual warning systems is operational, will not be
operated.
75- Glass, mirrors and headlights of construction machinery should always be kept clean. They should not be so dirty
as to prevent the view.
76- While the inspection procedures are being carried out, the machine should be taken to the service mode.
77- While the maintenance operation is carried out, the engine must never be run.
78- First stop the engine during maintenance, and do not touch hydraulic or water systems until the pressure drops
completely.
79- Remember that the hydraulic oils used in the machine are poisonous. Wear gloves and goggles for protection.
80- Read and understand the Manual before operating the machine, and the labels and instructions contained in the
machine before performing maintenance. Failure affecting safety must be removed before starting work.
Environmental Conditions
81- Waste oils should not be contacted with soil, they should be stored in suitable containers, and any filters should not
be left around. They must be delivered to the hazardous waste storage area at the end of the day.
82- In the event of an oil or hazardous material leakage into the environment, the construction machine will be stopped
immediately. The contaminated place or soil will be cleaned immediately and the contaminated material will be
transported to the Hazardous Waste Storage Area.
General
83- Be sure to obey the caution and warning signs within the construction site.
84- Be sure to follow all the construction site rules, instructions, as well as occupational health and safety, and
environmental rules described in the training.
85- All operators are obliged to attend the given trainings and fulfill the requirements of the trainings.

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