LATERAL LEARNING

Incident Description:
While repairing a wheel loader on the main road near the MGP plant, there was a spill of
100ml of diesel directly onto the asphalt road due to inadequate maintenance procedures and
the absence of a dip tray to contain the spillage. immediately suspended the activity, Graphic on what went wrong.
cordoned off the area, and cleaned up the spill according to the OQ procedure.

Causes:
1. Cause. Lack of Proper Maintenance Procedures. 
2. Cause. Absence of Containment Measures.
3. Cause. Insufficient Training and Awareness.
4. Cause. Supplier Oversight.

Learnings: Graphic on how to do it correctly.

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5. Learning. Make sure everyone knows how to do their job safely through proper training.
6. Learning. Stick to maintenance procedures to prevent equipment failures and spills.
7. Learning. Ensure measures are in place, such as dip trays, to contain spills and prevent
damage.
8. Learning. Check that suppliers provide trained personnel for maintenance work.
9. Learning. Associated hazards shall be identified and communicated prior to start the
work
Thought provoking message.