Operating sites have highly reliable communications equipment that supports safe and productive mobile equipment operations.

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Why doesn't BI-02P.30 expectation not apply?

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Maintenance strategies related to communication systems are in place for all vehicles on site - covering availability and condition of vehicle mounted and handheld devices. The signal coverage of the Communication system is also assessed on a regular basis.

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Work orders for equipment on site are completed in a timely manner, and communication systems are given a higher priority, with more frequent proof testing and replacement.

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This should include how comms systems are highlighted as priority items, and the level of over-sight provided by more senior personnel on site.

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Why doesn't BI-02S.06 expectation not apply?

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There are documented specifications for the site communications equipment sourced for use on mobile equipment. These consider site layout and duty requirements and are confirmed during testing. 

Industry wide technology improvements around Vehicle Interaction are monitored and identified as appropriate for consideration for adoption on the site.   

New technology, where applicable, is introduced in a way that minimises disruption by first gathering base-line data (e.g. collision detection initially done in silent mode to minimise nuisance alarms and to gain an understanding of requirements) before full wet commissioning.  

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All new communications and technological equipment is tested and commissioned before being deployed in operations. 

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Comments could include the introduction to site process requirements, pre-use radio/comms checks, and work order tracking of communications system

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Safe working distances are always maintained between power lines and mobile equipment e.g. cranes, trucks, forklifts, etc.

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Why doesn't BI-03P.04 expectation not apply?

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Procedures in place specifying minimum approach distances and required controls when working near and travelling under powerlines. 

Warning devices required on power lines - Tiger Tails, Signage and Power Line Corridor entry permits.

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Supervisors and mine planners are aware of minimum approach distances to power lines from mobile plant and expected controls e.g. use of permits in some circumstances.

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Comments could address peer review of designs, survey pick-ups of as-built roadways, and roadway inspection processes (and non-conformance responses).

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Sites should have procedures and associated training resources (Trigger Action Response Processes/Plans) in place for heavy rain and storm situations that increase the potential for unsafe road conditions and/or lightning strike on mobile equipment.  

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Why doesn't BI-03T.05 expectation not apply?

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Procedures in place for storm situations and other weather impacts on road / mobile equipment operations. 

Develop and implement a process to minimise potential for fire from lightning strikes and other weather impacts  

• Monitor lightning activity using meteorological forecasts and other early warning detection systems 
• Lightning protection or diversion systems should be installed in accordance with appropriate standards (e.g., National Fire Protection Agency 780 2011 Standard for Installation of Lightning Protection Systems: AS/NZS 1768 2007 Lightning Protection) 
• Provide timely communications to allow sufficient time for all exposed site personnel to seek appropriate safe shelter 
• Place equipment in protected area away from fuel sources (i. stop damage; ii. Stop spread to fleet) 
• Instigate awareness training for workers that highlights the risks of lightning strikes and other exposure to weather related impacts (slippery roads, etc.) 
• Develop a trigger action response plan (TARP) for lightning and electrical storms that outlines responses to a storm at certain distances away from the mine (e.g., a staged response depending on distance) 
• Procedure for the use and protection of explosives in known lightning conditions

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Training and assessment in requirements for Vehicle Operators during storms and other weather conditions impacting road network safety.

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Comments could address peer review of designs, survey pick-ups of as-built roadways, and roadway inspection processes (and non-conformance responses).

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Why doesn't BI-04S.20 expectation not apply?

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Equipment system data is captured and sent for monitoring and analysis e.g. tyre pressure and temperature.
Proximity detection data is captured and sent for monitoring and analysis.

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Comments could include reviews of interactions by planners, designer and senior site personnel, work order conformance related to the components, and pre-use check analysis which includes proximity detection checks.

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When proximity detection monitoring/autonomous systems are fitted, they have operator alert, advice and intervention capabilities that meet site functional and performance requirements. 

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Why doesn't BI-04T.20 expectation not apply?

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When proximity detection monitoring systems are fitted, they have operator alert, advice and intervention capabilities that meet site functional and performance requirements. 

• EMESRT Level 7 - alerts the operator
• EMESRT Level 8 - advises the operator
• EMESRT Level 9 - intervenes and takes control from the operator

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Vehicle operators and other pit workers are trained in site requirements for interpreting technology systems (Front Runner, etc.)

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Comments could include reviews of interactions by planners, designer and senior site personnel, work order conformance related to the components, and pre-use check analysis which includes proximity detection checks.

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