Objectif The overall objective of the research is to quantify, analyse and suggest improvements to current methods of coil handling, transportation and stacking such that the possibility of slip and insecurity is minimised or eliminated.The original remit of the research was to identify the changes necessary to improve the safety aspects of coil handling and transportation. An overall scheme, derived from a number of alternative options, has been formulated and this will form the basis for marked improvements in product quality in addition to safety of personnel. There is a positive commitment to implement this scheme in future redevelopment of this area of the production facility at Llanwern Works and there is no reason why the broad findings should not be incorporated in other mills in the Community.Currently coil handling operations are carried out within Llanwern works using overhead electric cranes, mobile plant, conveyors and hydraulic jacks. Such operations are common to other mills in British Steel plc and to similar mills throughout the European Community. An historical analysis of accidents occurring in British Steel plc plants over the past ten years and of incidents where, fortuitously, no injuries to personnel have resulted, has been carried out. This research has highlighted the fact that during these operations personnel have been struck and/or trapped by coils during transportation between processes. The incidents have often resulted in fatal or serious injuries. Programme(s) ECSC-WORKSAFE C - First joint research programme (ECSC) "Safety in the European Coal and Steel Community industries", 1989-1993 Thème(s) 3.1 - Rolling mills Appel à propositions Data not available Régime de financement Data not available Coordinateur British Steel Technical Contribution de l’UE Aucune donnée Adresse Llanwern Works NP9 0XN Newport Royaume-Uni Voir sur la carte Coût total Aucune donnée
