Workers exposed to serious risk from falling objects in drop zones

SAFETY

RSHQ warns of the risks of entering drop zones

The aftermath of one of the reported incidents.

The aftermath of one of the reported incidents. | Credits: Resources Safety and Health Queensland

Since July 2023 there have been more than 300 incidents where workers were exposed to falling plant, tools or equipment, across Queensland’s coal, mineral mining and quarries and petroleum and gas sectors….

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