Patrick Terminals’ hazard identification process had not identified the dangers of working near or under containers being loaded.
Etensive revision of hazard id and risk assessments in the terminal
As discussed in section 2.6.6 of the report itself, the ATSB has been advised by Patrick Terminals that hazard identification and risk assessments for lashing/unlashing were revised following the accident and the implementation of the restricted zone protocol. This revision considered the hazards associated with working near containers being loaded and this was included in the revised hazard list.
The implementation of the restricted zone protocol reduces the risk of stevedores working directly in the vicinity of containers being loaded or moving overhead.
The ATSB is satisfied that the action taken by Patrick Terminals adequately addresses this safety issue.
