Every year pedestrians are killed or seriously injured having been hit by mobile plant or other transport operating on a mineral products site.
There are now many technical devices that enhance a driver's vision and warn both pedestrians and drivers about their proximity. New designs and modifications to vehicles can also reduce the potential for and seriousness of an impact.
There are many other simple ways in which the risk of pedestrian contact can be mitigated which include;
Please follow this link to the section of Safequarry that provides recommended guidelines on the safety features for mobile plant Safer by Design or click on the buttons below to view more information.
QNJAC has produced a toolbox talk highlighting the statutory duties and identifying the responsibilities of both the organisations and the individuals who are associated with a safe delivery being made by a tipper.
In particular, it looks at those responsible for maintaining the safety of persons involved in, or adjacent to, tipper loading and discharging activities. This includes the following;
This guide highlights the steps one needs to take to separate pedestrians form mobile plant and other traffic.
Lafarge Tarmac has issued a booklet to assist all parts of the business in understanding, reviewing and addressing the use of tipping vehicles – and ensuring that every part of the process is carried out safely. Click on the heading to view a pdf of the booklet