Workers using a blow torch to heat a holding-tank valve ignited the vapours of liquid asphalt, causing the explosion and fire that injured three people at Mohawk Asphalt Emulsions, Albany, … Continued
The Mine Safety and Health Administration USA (MSHA) issued a Serious Accident Alert following a haul truck accident at a surface mine. A haul truck operator lost control while traveling … Continued
An emergency warning was issued after heavy floods breached a sand quarry, leading to concerns for the surrounding area. Victoria’s State Emergency Service (VICSES) gave the alert for West Wodonga, … Continued
The Mine Safety and Health Administration USA (MSHA) issued a fatalgram following a vehicle rollover accident on a haul road. Although the accident occurred at a coal mine, it is the … Continued
The Mine Safety and Health Administration USA (MSHA) issued a Close Call Alert following a ground failure at a surface gold mining operation that could have resulted in multiple fatalities. Fortunately, … Continued
Flammable substances can still be present in old drums. Even if they have been cleaned and rinsed, the introduction of an ignition source can create a disastrous explosion. Cutting old … Continued
When cutting at a 45 degrees angle, the blade cover does not open fully. If it is forced open by the operator the blade cover may become stuck and expose … Continued
10.10.16 Site Visit to Aidan J Graham re: Rehabilitation Workshop, Attended by Dr Elizabeth Gibson and Gavin Moreira. 10.10.16 Site Visit to Associates re: 15 Year Award, Attended by Dr … Continued
CMPA MEMBERS: Several VicRoads Test Methods were re-issued and up-loaded on VicRoads website on 10 October 2016. VicRoads Test Methods, and Codes of Practice, can be found on the VicRoads … Continued
Safety Alert – Seat Belt Use on Mobile Equipment – was issued after determining that 20 miners who died in mobile equipment accidents since 2005 would have survived if they had … Continued
