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2021 2nd Alert LTI33 Jackhammer operator hit by a stone which got dislodged from the sidewall of the trench during manual excavation resulting in fractured leg
Manual excavation was carried out inside the trench using a jackhammer. During this time, a stone embedded from the sidewall of the trench got dislodged, rolled down the access slope, and hit the left side of left leg of the Jackhammer operator resulting in a fracture of the Tibia bone. Why it happened/Finding : Inadequate risk assessment Inadequate identification of hazards present in workplace.
Learning points for them from the investigation Always ensure risk & controls are effectively verified before the commencement of the activity Always ensure you conduct effective toolbox talk . Always ensure that trenches are inspected prior to personnel entry. Always ensure that proper slopes, step cuttings, and shoring are provided as required Ensure trenches are safe before personnel entry

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