INC-2026-0138
HIGHClosedReported by Steve Martin — Haul Truck Operator
Incident Description
Unsecured load on flat-bed truck shifted during transport on haul road. Material fell onto road surface. Haul truck behind swerved to avoid debris. No contact.
Immediate Actions Taken
- 1Road cleared
- 2Load restraint inspection initiated
- 3Drivers counselled
Likelihood x Consequence Matrix
| Insignificant | Minor | Moderate | Major | Catastrophic | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Spotter Positioning
Spotter not in designated position
Controls That Held
Vehicle Speed Limits
LV was within speed limits when entering zone
Operator Awareness
Haul truck operator noticed LV and stopped
Incident Reporting
Reported immediately via radio
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?
Pre-start meeting completed
Incident occurred
Incident reported to supervisor
Area secured and barricaded
HSE team notified and on-scene
Initial investigation commenced
Report filed in SafetyScribe AI
Incident Details
18 February 2026 at 11:45 pm
ROM Pad
Near Miss
Vehicle Interaction
Day Shift
Steve Martin — Haul Truck Operator
- Flat-bed Driver — Craig Wilson
- Haul Truck Operator — Steve Martin