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INC-2026-0111

MEDIUMClosed

Reported by Craig Wilson — Haul Truck Operator

20 January 2026 at 11:45 amStockpile AreaNear MissVehicle InteractionNight Shift

Incident Description

Haul truck reversed beyond designated dump point on stockpile. Rear wheels came within 3 metres of crest edge. Berm was inadequate height (0.5m instead of required 1.5m).

Immediate Actions Taken

  • 1Berm height corrected
  • 2All stockpile berms audited
  • 3Operator re-trained on dump procedures

Likelihood x Consequence Matrix

InsignificantMinorModerateMajorCatastrophic
Almost Certain
Likely
Possible
Unlikely
Rare

Likelihood

3 / 5 — Possible

Consequence

3 / 5 — Moderate

Risk Score

9/25

Failed / Breached Controls

Procedural Compliance

Standard procedure not fully followed

MEDIUM
Effectiveness
30%

Controls That Held

PPE Usage

All personnel wearing correct PPE

Effectiveness
100%

Supervision

Supervisor was present in the area

Effectiveness
75%

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?
11:30 am

Pre-start meeting completed

11:45 am

Incident occurred

11:50 am

Incident reported to supervisor

11:55 am

Area secured and barricaded

12:05 pm

HSE team notified and on-scene

12:30 pm

Initial investigation commenced

12:45 pm

Report filed in SafetyScribe AI

Incident Details

Date & Time

20 January 2026 at 11:45 am

Location

Stockpile Area

Type & Category

Near Miss

Vehicle Interaction

Severity
Medium
Status
Closed
Shift

Night Shift

Reported By

Craig Wilson — Haul Truck Operator

  • Haul Truck Operator — Craig Wilson
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CAT 777 Haul Truck

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