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Collahuasi - Critical Incident Cmdic (2012.02.20) - v3
Collahuasi - Critical Incident Cmdic (2012.02.20) - v3
Cause analysis
Hydraulic lines were not blocked. Check valve failure. Material and debris routinely entered the pump circuit. Supervisor was not present during this task. Unclear reporting lines and formalized documentation for completion of this task. Common and accepted practice was to perform maintenance operations using the check valve as control for energy isolation.
Vertical Pump
Key Corrective Actions Emergency Response activated to transport worker for urgent medical attention.
Complete operational shutdown for 24 hours where safety reflections and reinforcement of energy isolation procedures all staff.
Pump Room Pond 6
20-02-12
Investigation Commission formed including direct participation by shareholders. Lessons Learned Pending
21-02-12