Plant roll-away or roll-over

Vehicles, trailers or mobile plant rolling away when parked or uncoupled, or tipping over on slopes, soft ground or when tipping a load.

Also known as: Roll away, Roll-away, Roll-aways, Roll-over, Rollover, Truck rollover, Tip-over, Plant rollover, Crane rollover, Crane roll-over

How to control plant roll-away or roll-over

Park on firm, level ground where possible, apply the park brake, lower attachments, chock wheels and remove the key.
Use plant fitted with rollover protective structures and seatbelts, and make sure operators wear the seatbelt.
Assess slopes, edges and ground bearing before work, and keep plant back from excavations and embankments.
Tip only on firm, level ground, and check the load is spread evenly and the tailgate is free before raising.
Chock trailers and lower the jockey wheel or stands before uncoupling, and never stand in a trailer's path.

Typical controls, most effective first. Your SWMS sets the controls for your own job and site.