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2025 Second Alert HiPo#33 Tipper body contact with OHL
A tipper trailer with crusher material was offloading sand. After completing the offloading, while moving forward, the raised tipper body came into contact with an overhead 33 kV power line at an approximate height of 8.5 meters. This resulted in damage to five tyres of the tipper truck and damage to the overhead grid line, no injury was reported.
Always comply with the PTW System Always assess the risks of the unloading area Maintain clear communication and coordination between store, civil, and materials teams
Operation of a vehicle in close proximity to an energized overhead line Failure to comply with the permit-to-work system & SP 1242 (Working near OHL) Risk Normalization and complacency of the supervisor and the driver No banksman present to guide the movement. Inadequate supervision and poor communication between involved departments. Supplier Mobilization process not followed.

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