Worker Harmed by BelAZ Wheel Crush Incident
In the frigid expanse of Yakutia, Russia, a tragic incident occurred in November 2023 at an open-type storage site for technological transport of a shift camp. The incident involved an excavator operator and a "BelAZ" dump truck.
During the dismantling of the wheels of the "BelAZ" dump truck, the excavator operator, who lacked the skills for safe securing and moving loads, was using a mobile crane to load the dismantled wheel. However, due to negligence, the wheel fell off the sling, resulting in a severe injury to the excavator operator.
The falling wheel caused significant harm, underscoring the importance of safe securing and moving practices when dealing with heavy machinery. The incident has been under investigation by the Investigative Committee of Russia for Yakutia, with the case being reported by their press service.
The committee is conducting a range of investigative actions, including studying necessary technical documentation. The charge for this incident is for violation of labor safety requirements, as stated under Article 143.1 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation.
The mining company operating in the Oymyakon area has been accused of violating safety regulations, leading to this unfortunate incident. The investigation remains ongoing, shedding light on the importance of adhering to safety protocols in the operation of heavy machinery.
This incident serves as a grim reminder of the potential consequences of disregarding safety regulations. It is our hope that this unfortunate event will lead to increased awareness and stricter adherence to safety guidelines in the future.
