Safety

Backing up and using spotters

By Scavi Company · · 3 min read
Backing up and using spotters

Many jobsite deaths involve vehicles backing over workers. A spotter system and clear rules prevent them.

Plan traffic

Routes that limit backing.

Use spotters

Trained, visible and in contact.

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Agreed signals

Everyone uses the same signals.

Alarms and cameras

Help, but do not replace spotters.

Stay out of blind spots

Train every worker.

Common mistakes

Spotters behind the vehicle, no signals and phones while spotting.

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Frequently asked questions

What should a spotter do?

Stay visible to the driver, use agreed signals, keep others clear and stop the vehicle if they lose sight of the area.