TOPIC 4 - Highly Commended
Following some incidents within the business involving metal to metal contact and collisions involving front end loaders/light vehicles, a full review of implementation and use of VMS/Auto braking systems was carried out.
A full assessment was carried out within areas where FELs operate, determining potential conflict zones and categorising which VMS settings were to be used in certain areas on site.
The review also included an additional feature to assist in managing the VMS systems and full programme of on-site operator training by the Manufacturer.
VMS is an auto braking system where the machine automatically stops when something has been detected within the operational parameters. It comes fitted with 3 ranges as below
Zone 1 – minimum stopping distance of 2.5m
Zone 2 – mid-range stopping distance of 3.5m
Zone 3 – maximum stopping distance of 4.1m
System defaults to Zone 2 after engine is switched off
Please see additional pdf for details of the design process