Does anyone else experience issues with pigeons inhabiting equipment causing the equipment to be parked for extended periods of time? If so, what strategies have you found effective for getting rid of them and preventing their return?

We have lots of bird issues, not pigeons but we have a spreadsheet with all of our equipment listed and it is the laborers responsibility to check all of our equipment for bird nesting signs, they have to make sure this is completed during day shifts during nesting season. All of our parked equipment is expected to be inspected. If we find any signs of bird activity we move the equipment or flag it off with bird deterrents.

Pump System Training

What does your company have in place for pump system training and follow up including pigging?

👷Shoulder Belts in Equipment

Do any members use devices in equipment with shoulder belts (i. e. clips) to improve operator comfort? If so what type (manufacture) and is there any precaution for the operator?

Training Programs

Is your organization offering any training programs focused on fatigue management or shift work? If yes, kindly provide the course details, including costs and the provider, if applicable.

Lumps in the Hoppers

How do you manage large lumps in the Hoppers? What tooling or equipment do you use to break up the lumps?

Brake Testing Requirements

In the latest revision of OHS Legislation, the brake testing requirements for Mining Heavy Equipment has changed. Do you currently perform annual brake testing on a 9% ramp?

Ramp Grade

What is the grade rating for Heavy Hauler ramps at your site?

Working Alone

How are you managing working alone policies and how do you Verify and Validate all employees are out of the field end of each shift?

GMI Wheels on Haul Trucks

Are you using GMI wheels on your haul trucks? How are the GMI wheels performing? If you are using GMI wheels have you completed any comparisons between GMI and RIMEX wheels?