Dozer Operations

Question 1

Safety procedures around dozer

Answer 1

Never approach for back 
Approach from side
Wait until they have stoped 
Avoid working under dozer 
Keep 50ft away

Dirt at window to get attention

Question 2

What is a standard safety zone for dozer and how far apart can they be

Answer 2

100x100

10 chains (660ft)

Question 3

How do dozers work in tandem

Answer 3

First dozer puts in the line

2nd dozer widens the line and puts in safety zones

Question 4

Typical use for dozers on a fire

Answer 4

Flanking fire
On hot flank (can take more heat)

On the ridge

Question 5

Slope dozers an work on

Answer 5

50-75%

Question 6

Speed dozers travel

Answer 6

4-5.5 mph