Incident alert
LOCATION:
CONCRETE PRODUCTS PLANT
SUB ACTIVITY:
NO SUB ACTIVITY AVAILABLE
DATE ISSUED:
30/05/2017 16:44:43
TITLE
Forklift Truck (pit)
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN
United Kingdom
ACCIDENT / INCIDENT DETAILS
A forklift truck driver was manoeuvring within the factory. Whilst reversing, the two rear wheels went onto timber boards covering an inspection pit. The driver heard the boards start to fail, but was unable to pull forward before they gave way. The truck fell into the pit. Fortunately the driver suffered no serious injuries.
An internal investigation identified that a larger forklift truck than normal was being used at the time of the incident. New controls have now been applied.
ACCIDENT / INCIDENT IMAGES
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LEARNING POINTS / ACTIONS TAKEN
• All areas in which mobile plant operate should be suitably assessed.
• Any areas identified as vulnerable must be appropriately controlled.
• All findings must be effectively communicated to all mobile plant operators.
LEARNING POINTS / ACTIONS IMAGES
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