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Smart technology is preventing mining vehicle fatalities
VEHICLE SAFETY CHECKLIST Emily Hardy reveals how to choose the right safety technology for off-road vehicles
should not be underestimated. According to the World Health Organization, construction, agriculture and mining are among some of the highest-risk work populations in the world with many injuries and fatalities caused by moving vehicles or machinery. Vehicle safety systems have made a huge impact on enhancing safety for these industries, helping to eliminate vehicle blind spots and alert groundworkers to moving vehicles. But what are the most appropriate safety devices and what should be considered when choosing vehicle safety technology for off-road vehicles? All vehicles have blind spots – areas
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around the vehicle that are obscured by bodywork, load, or attachments. When manoeuvring, these blind spots present a significant danger to anything or anyone
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orksites can be dangerous places. Te potential for deaths and injuries caused by moving plant machinery and equipment
in the vehicle’s path and inhibit the driver’s ability to operate the vehicle safely. Although mirrors and single-view cameras help to address blind spots, they do not eliminate them completely. Research shows that in the time it takes to scan four mirrors/a monitor, asses and then react to hazards, even at speeds as low as 3mph, a vehicle can travel as far as 33 feet. However, 360° camera monitor systems, such as Brigade’s Backeye360, can solve this problem.
Te four-camera technology is designed to eliminate vehicle blind spots and assist safe manoeuvring in challenging situations by providing the driver with a complete 360° view of their vehicle in a single image. Te system combines images from four ultra-wide-angle cameras, providing a real- time view on the operator’s monitor. Te result is a ‘bird’s-eye-view’ of the vehicle and surrounding area.
Mining vehicles rely on safety systems
SHUTTER CAMERAS Working in difficult conditions, such as dusty worksites, can mean visibility from camera monitors is compromised. Dirt can very quickly cover any rear-view camera lens, making it difficult for drivers to see what is behind them. Shutter cameras feature an automatic shutter to protect the camera while it’s not in use. Te shutter is only triggered to open when a vehicle enters reverse gear, meaning the camera lens remains clean and the life of the camera is increased.
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