Occupational Accidents Related to Heavy Machinery: A Systematic Review

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2021

Authors

Joana Duarte (Author) FEUP; António Torres Marques (Author) FEUP; João Santos Baptista (Author) FEUP

Journal

Title: Safety

Vol. 7 No. 1

Pages: 1-22

Publisher: MDPI

Indexing

ISI Web of Knowledge - 2 Citations

Scopus - 2 Citations

Scientific classification

CORDIS: Technological sciences > Technology > Safety technology ; Technological sciences > Engineering > Geological engineering

FOS: Engineering and technology > Other engineering and technologies

Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00T-MRY

DOI: 10.3390/safety7010021

Abstract (EN): Surface and underground mining, due to its technical challenges, is considered a hazardous industry. The great majority of accidents and fatalities are frequently associated with ineffective or inappropriate training methods. Knowing that knowledge of occupational accident causes plays a significant role in safety management systems, it is important to systematise this kind of information. The primary objective of this systematic review was to find evidence of work-related accidents involving machinery and their causes and, thus, to provide relevant data available to improve the mining project (design). The Preferred Reporting of Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) Statement methodology was used to conduct the review. This paper provides the main research results based on a systematic review protocol registered in the International Prospective Register of Systematic Reviews (PROSPERO), where the research strategy, information sources, and eligibility criteria are provided. From the 3071 articles identified, 16 were considered eligible and added to the study. Results are presented in a narrative-based form, with additional data provided in descriptive tables. The data analysed showed that the equipment often related to mining accidents are conveyor belts, haul trucks, and dumpers, especially during maintenance or repair activities. Attention should be paid to powered tools. Effective monitoring and machine operation control are some of the stated measures to minimise accidents. Particular attention should be paid to less experienced and senior workers, mainly through fatigue control, workload management, and appropriate training programs.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 22