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Faulty hydraulics lead to spray on operator

MINE Safety NSW has warned mine operators to have systems in place that minimise the risk of introducing unsuitable or mismatching fittings after incorrect quick release hydraulic fittings lead to escape of fluid onto an operator at a NSW mine site.

Lou Caruana
Faulty hydraulics lead to spray on operator

Additionally, procedures should be in place that require the dissipation of fluid prior to conducting repairs or maintenance activities, Mine Safety NSW said in an alert. In a separate incident, the...

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