INC-2026-0133
MEDIUMClosedReported by Jake Mitchell — Haul Truck Operator
Incident Description
Haul truck and water cart approached single-lane section simultaneously from opposite directions. Both stopped safely. Give-way signage was obscured by dust.
Immediate Actions Taken
- 1Signage cleaned and repositioned
- 2Radio protocol reminder distributed
Likelihood x Consequence Matrix
| Insignificant | Minor | Moderate | Major | Catastrophic | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Controls That Held
PPE Usage
All personnel wearing correct PPE
Supervision
Supervisor was present in the area
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
16 February 2026 at 07:45 am
Pit 2 Ramp
Near Miss
Vehicle Interaction
Day Shift
Jake Mitchell — Haul Truck Operator
- Haul Truck Operator — Jake Mitchell
- Water Cart Operator — Ben Phillips