EXCAVATOR DEATH UPDATE

Investigators examine use of excavator semi-automatic quick hitch

A recent fatality involving an excavator on the Skanska/GrantRail Docklands Light Railway extension in London could be related to a semi-automatic quick hitch used on the machine. We understand that the workman may have been struck by the excavator bucket. A man arrested at the time of the death, on suspicion of manslaughter, has been bailed until mid-January.

Comment: There were three deaths related to excavator semi-automatic quick hitches in 2007 and these led to guidance from HSE on the use of existing machines and a manufacturer/supplier agreement not to supply such hitches on new machines. This latest incident should prompt all principal contractors to ensure that the HSE guidance is communicated throughout the supply chain and checks carried out to see that the precautions are being implement fully.

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