What are the dangers of a mobile plant?

A mobile plant, such as cranes, bulldozers, and forklifts, can pose serious dangers to operators if not used properly. A laborer died on an agricultural property in November 2022. The worker was operating a front-end loader. They were ejected from the cabin and run over by the equipment, receiving fatal injuries.

Risks also include but are not limited to:

• the plant overturning
• things falling on the operator of the plant
• the plant colliding or coming into contact with any person or thing (e.g. workers, other vehicles or plant, powerlines)
• mechanical or other failures (e.g. hydraulic failures, release of hazardous substances).

How to take appropriate precautions?

The following are some steps to avoid that could prevent injuries or even death:

1. Proper training: Make sure the operator has proper training and certifications on the specific mobile plant they will be using.
2. Pre-operation inspection: Inspect the mobile plant before use to ensure it is in good working order and identify any potential hazards.
3. PPE: Provide the operator with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). This includes hard hats, safety glasses, and high-visibility clothing.
4. Load limitations: Follow the load limitations for the mobile plant and make sure the load is secure.
5. Stability: Avoid uneven surfaces, sharp turns, and sudden movements that can destabilise the mobile plant and cause it to tip over.
6. Awareness of surroundings: Keep the operator aware of their surroundings, including other workers and any obstacles in the area.
7. Emergency procedures: Train the operator on emergency procedures, such as how to evacuate the mobile plant if it begins to tip over.

Why Hazavoid?

Hazavoid offers fully wireless solutions: the Hazavoid Wireless Alarm System (pictured above) and the Hazavoid Wireless Alert Beacon System come with a backup battery and solar panels.

Our different systems utilise visual and audio cues to suit all your mass communication needs. We pride ourselves on our flexibility and customisation options. May it be custom tones or flashing patterns, our team of professionals can help you. You can easily add or remove components as necessary. Our solutions are suitable for both indoor and outdoor needs.

In addition, this ensures your Hazavoid solutions can adapt to your needs and grow with you and your business. Let a member of our team help you by reaching out below.