Case Studies 2003 : Alloys
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Fall of Ground Protection Devices on Load Haul Dumpers (LHD)
After the two fatal incidents in 2002 the Xstrata Chrome Mining division began a process to improve the protection for the LHD drivers from potential falls of ground. In early 2003, a prototype protection device, designed with input from engineering, safety and operators, was installed. Staff soon realised that the prototype did not allow for effective operation due to restricted working height and inadequate ergonomical design and the team revisited the design. In 2004 the team will be testing an innovative hydraulic system for the canopies and seats that for the first time will allow easy adjustment to accommodate variations in the working height.