12-17-2011, 07:17 PM
Yes it is a very interesting video clip of a now defunct method of unloading. I have seen it before but it was good to view again.
I noted a number of work methods and locations that would no longer pass a Worksafe inspection.
The operator had to clamber into the cab in the unloader leg, no good if he needs to be rescued, he also needs to routinely put his head out the window while operating, which increases his risk of head injuries or crushing accidents.
The front end loader had no operator cab and insufficient working lights, plus the operator was delivered into the hold of the ship by "riding the leg" a big no-no these days. The clean up crew were not wearing hi viz vests and were not wearing hard hats.
There also appeared to be insufficient lighting into thehold of the ship as it got dark, which increases the risk of accidents particuarly to the clean up crew.
In many ways you can see why the conveyor boom equiped self unloading ship has taken over, with its higher discharge rates and safer work environment.
Mark
I noted a number of work methods and locations that would no longer pass a Worksafe inspection.
The operator had to clamber into the cab in the unloader leg, no good if he needs to be rescued, he also needs to routinely put his head out the window while operating, which increases his risk of head injuries or crushing accidents.
The front end loader had no operator cab and insufficient working lights, plus the operator was delivered into the hold of the ship by "riding the leg" a big no-no these days. The clean up crew were not wearing hi viz vests and were not wearing hard hats.
There also appeared to be insufficient lighting into thehold of the ship as it got dark, which increases the risk of accidents particuarly to the clean up crew.
In many ways you can see why the conveyor boom equiped self unloading ship has taken over, with its higher discharge rates and safer work environment.
Mark
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