Deliberate Rear-Dumper vs Light Vehicle

Back in the days before Mining Mayhem, it wasn't so easy to get ahold of photos showing what happens when a light vehicle and rear-dumper meet. So BHP decided to give an object lesson to their employees, by having a deliberate run-over. These are the results.

Also note that the rear dumper is empty. That Cruiser would be a lot flatter if the truck was full.

Dangerous fumes

This is why you don't smoke around explosives.




Edit 7/12/10 - Additional photos. Apparently this guy survived. Amazing.

Coal Hauler vs Light Vehicle

In the spirit of Mining Mayhem, I thought I'd start off this blog with some photos that show just how dangerous mining equipment can be, and how careful you have to be around it.

Fortunately there was no-one in the Landcruiser at the time of the accident. More photos below.







Edit 7/12/10 - Additional photos showing the extent of the damage on the cruiser.