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INC-2026-0103

HIGHUnder Investigation

Reported by Craig Wilson — Haul Truck Operator

06 January 2026 at 05:00 amPit 4 Haul RoadNear Miss — Vehicle InteractionDay Shift

Incident Description

CAT 793 haul truck experienced brake fade on descent from Pit 4. Operator used engine retarder and runaway ramp. Truck safely stopped. Brakes had been flagged for inspection during pre-start but truck was dispatched anyway.

Immediate Actions Taken

  • 1Truck removed from service
  • 2Pre-start escalation protocol reviewed
  • 3Brake inspection regime audited

Likelihood x Consequence Matrix

InsignificantMinorModerateMajorCatastrophic
Almost Certain
Likely
Possible
Unlikely
Rare

Likelihood

3 / 5 — Possible

Consequence

4 / 5 — Major

Risk Score

12/25

Failed / Breached Controls

Exclusion Zone Signage

Signage not visible in dusty conditions

HIGH
Effectiveness
15%

Spotter Positioning

Spotter not in designated position

HIGH
Effectiveness
0%

Controls That Held

Vehicle Speed Limits

LV was within speed limits when entering zone

Effectiveness
80%

Operator Awareness

Haul truck operator noticed LV and stopped

Effectiveness
85%

Incident Reporting

Reported immediately via radio

Effectiveness
95%

Priority Questions

  • Was a valid traffic management plan (TMP) in place for this area?
  • What was the communication protocol between LV and haul truck operators?
  • Were all exclusion zone markers visible and in correct positions?

Follow-Up Questions

  • When was the last TMP review for this haul road?
  • Has the LV driver completed the required induction for this pit area?
  • Are there dash-cam or telemetry records available from both vehicles?

Systemic Questions

  • How often are exclusion zone breaches occurring across the site?
  • Is the current signage standard adequate for dusty conditions?
  • Should automated proximity detection systems be evaluated?
04:45 am

Pre-start meeting completed

05:00 am

Incident occurred

05:05 am

Incident reported to supervisor

05:10 am

Area secured and barricaded

05:20 am

HSE team notified and on-scene

05:45 am

Initial investigation commenced

06:00 am

Report filed in SafetyScribe AI

Incident Details

Date & Time

06 January 2026 at 05:00 am

Location

Pit 4 Haul Road

Type & Category

Near Miss

Vehicle Interaction

Severity
High
Status
Under Investigation
Shift

Day Shift

Reported By

Craig Wilson — Haul Truck Operator

  • Haul Truck Operator — Craig Wilson
  • Shift Supervisor — Angela Torres
AfternoonHot conditions (42°C)
CAT 793 Haul Truck

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