The quarrying and aggregates industries involve high-risk operations that pose various safety challenges. These industries include tasks such as rock extraction, material crushing, excavation, blasting, and heavy machinery operation, all of which require strict safety protocols. The risks to workers include physical injuries from machinery, exposure to dust and noise, and hazards from unstable ground conditions or falling debris.
The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) consistently reports that the mining and quarrying industries are among the most dangerous, with some of the highest injury and fatality rates across all sectors. Collisions between machinery and personnel are particularly notable as a frequent cause of these incidents. Given the heavy machinery, unpredictable environmental conditions, and the complexity of operations.
ZoneSafe Proximity Warning Systems are designed to address these critical safety issues. By using RFID technology, our systems provide real-time alerts to both workers and machinery operators, helping to prevent dangerous interactions and collisions. This proactive approach acts as an essential last line of defence, enhancing safety and reducing the risk of accidents.
Minimise Heavy Machinery Collisions
Equip dump trucks, excavators, and loaders with proximity sensors designed for rugged, dusty environments to detect obstacles and personnel.
Apply advanced collision avoidance systems to vehicles and machinery to prevent accidents between vehicles, pedestrians, and assets in poor visibility conditions.
Provide workers with wearable tags that interact with and alert drivers, providing a 2-way warning of collision risk.
Benefits of Using Proximity Warning Systems for the Aggregates Industry
✔ Reduces accidents and injuries by preventing collisions between machinery and personnel, creating a safer work environment.
✔ Helps meet safety regulations and standards, avoiding fines and legal issues while showcasing a commitment to safety.
✔ Lowers operational costs by minimising equipment damage, repair expenses, and insurance claims, leading to greater efficiency.
✔ Boosts morale and job satisfaction, helping retain staff by ensuring a safer and more supportive work environment.
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Eurovia Roadstone, a leading global asphalt producer, sought to enhance workplace safety by integrating advanced proximity warning systems. Based in Dagenham, Essex, with operations throughout Europe, the company produces both innovative warm-mix and traditional asphalt. For their annual health and safety appraisal, Asphalt Technician Emma Barnard identified the need for a proximity warning system to protect personnel near shovel loaders.
In 2016, Eurovia implemented ZoneSafe’s vehicle-to-person alert detection system. This solution helps prevent accidents by providing real-time alerts when a pedestrian, wearing a tag, enters the vehicle’s detection zone. The system delivers both audible and visual warnings to the operator, allowing them to take immediate action to avoid potential collisions, thereby enhancing safety across their operations.
“The safety proximity sensors are hugely beneficial for what we do because now employees and other members of staff have become more aware of the loading shovel. It would be brilliant if this innovation was rolled out across the industry. If it saves one person’s life, it would be worth it.”
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