Red Seal Heavy Equipment Operator (Dozer) Practice Exam

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If a dozer begins to tip over, what should the operator do?

Jump out immediately
Stay in the operator's seat and brace for impact
Turn off the engine
Steer away from the tipping direction

The correct answer is: Stay in the operator's seat and brace for impact

Staying in the operator's seat and bracing for impact is the safest action to take if a dozer begins to tip over. When an operator jumps out of the machine in the event of a tip, they face a high risk of being severely injured or killed by the falling equipment. The protective structure of the dozer, such as the ROPS (Rollover Protective Structure), is designed to keep operators safe during such incidents. Remaining in the seat allows the operator to utilize the protective features of the dozer and minimize the risk of injury. Bracing for impact increases the likelihood of the operator maintaining their position within the cab, potentially reducing the risk of injury as the machine rolls. The other options may lead to severe dangers or do not effectively mitigate the risk of injury during a rollover.