Preventing Drivers Falling fr om Dump Trucks
Preventing drivers falling from dump trucks is an important OHS issue within the extractive industry. Below is a Health and Safety Solution provided by WORKSAFE.
WHAT IS THE PROBLEM?
Drivers falling from older model dump trucks with doors while they are entering or exiting the operator cabin.
WHAT ARE THE RISKS?
Dump trucks with access platforms that are not enclosed by guardrails can place drivers at risk of falling two metres or more.
The risk of serious harm is greater when the door opens too far and exposes the driver to the risk of a fall.
WHAT IS A POSSIBLE SOLUTION?
Guard the driver from the risk of falling by:
Fitting a physical ‘stop’ to prevent the cabin door opening fully and extending the guardrail so it meets the edge of the open door, or Extending the sides of the work deck so that guardrails can be installed to enclose the platform without affecting the operation of the door.
THE PROBLEM
THE SOLUTION
For further information contact the WorkSafe Advisory Service.
Toll-free: 1800 136 089
Email: info@worksafe.vic.gov.au
Web: worksafe.vic.gov.au
Australian Standard: AS/NZS 1657:1992 – Fixed platforms, walkways, stairways and ladders – Design, construction and installation.
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