Dangerous incident: loader rolled

July 9, 2018 Tara

A multi-terrain skid-steer loader rolled onto its side.  The machine had crested a windrow and turned.

Recommendations to industry: Stand-off distances between face equipment must be clearly defined and communicated to workers.  Checks and monitoring by supervisors should be routinely carried out.

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