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Get Pricemachines and equipment etc Operating without authority Bypassing safety devices Operating at unsafe speed Using wrong tool / equipment Unsafe Placing Unsafe Loading Taking unsafe position or posture Working on dangerous or moving equipment Not using PPE Horse playing at work place etc Causes Unsafe Condition
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