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INC-2026-0107

MEDIUMClosed

Reported by Steve Martin — Haul Truck Operator

13 January 2026 at 12:00 amPit 4 Haul RoadNear MissVehicle InteractionDay Shift

Incident Description

Drill rig being transported on low-loader failed to display wide load signage. Haul truck approaching from opposite direction had to take evasive action on narrow section.

Immediate Actions Taken

  • 1Transport stopped
  • 2Wide load procedures reviewed
  • 3Contractor briefed

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?
11:45 pm

Pre-start meeting completed

12:00 am

Incident occurred

12:05 am

Incident reported to supervisor

12:10 am

Area secured and barricaded

12:20 am

HSE team notified and on-scene

12:45 am

Initial investigation commenced

01:00 am

Report filed in SafetyScribe AI

Incident Details

Date & Time

13 January 2026 at 12:00 am

Location

Pit 4 Haul Road

Type & Category

Near Miss

Vehicle Interaction

Severity
Medium
Status
Closed
Shift

Day Shift

Reported By

Steve Martin — Haul Truck Operator

  • Low-Loader Driver — External Contractor
  • Haul Truck Operator — Steve Martin
MorningClear conditions
Drill Rig (Atlas Copco)Low-Loader TruckCAT 793 Haul Truck

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