SOP For Tippers/Dumpers | Indian Minerology

Safe Operating Procedure for Tipper / Dumper

Mandatory safety guidelines for safe and efficient operation of tipper/dumper in mining and heavy earth-moving operations. Strict adherence prevents accidents and ensures compliance with DGMS & safety standards.

1. Operators should check for any tags of “B/D”, “Out of Order” or “Under Repair” before starting. If any such tag is visible, the operator should not start.
2. Before operating the Dumper/Tipper, the operator should personally inspect and test the following:
   
   • That the brakes, horn and AVA are working properly.
   • That the head lights, back lights and dash board lights are working properly.
   • That the machine is mechanically sound and in efficient working order.
   • Fire extinguisher is available.
3. The Dumper/Tipper should be operated by an authorized Dumper/Tipper operator only.
4. The Dumper/Tipper operator cabin glass should be kept properly clean for good visibility during operation.
5. Before starting the operation, the operator shall personally check the surroundings of the dumper/tipper.
6. The dumper/tipper operator shall take the dumper/tipper for operation only when he is satisfied about the fitness/roadworthiness of the dumper/tipper.
7. The dumper/tipper operator shall follow the traffic rules and drive the dumper/tipper only at the specified speed.
8. He shall follow the valid instructions of the supervisor.
9. He shall not allow any unauthorised person to ride the dumper/tipper.
10. When approaching the swing area of the loading machine he shall follow the instructions of the supervisor and operator of the loading machine for loading and taking the load.
11. In the dump yard, he shall dump the material at a fixed designated place and before leaving the dump yard he shall ensure that his bogie has come to its normal position.
12. The Dumper/Tipper operator should not drive the Dumper/Tipper over, through or pass under the power cables.
13. The Dumper/Tipper operator should not leave the operator cabin of the machine until he has parked the Dumper/Tipper at the designated parking space and followed all the braking procedures before switching off the ignition switch.
14. He should be very careful while boarding and alighting from the Dumper/Tipper.
15. He should not leave the operator cabin without sufficient reason during duty and should alight from the Dumper/Tipper as little as possible.
16. The Dumper/Tipper operator must immediately inform his supervisor about any abnormality in the Dumper/Tipper such as abnormal sound, leakage or low tyre pressure etc.
17. At the end of duty, he shall bring to the notice of Engineer/Foreman the log book/register provided in the office regarding abnormality or breakdown of Dumper/Tipper.

Remember – Key Safety Mantra:

Pre-start checks → Authorized operator → Clean visibility → Follow signals & rules → Report abnormalities immediately → Zero tolerance for unsafe practices.

Safe tipper operation protects lives, equipment and production targets.

Follow these procedures religiously.
Safety is non-negotiable – Every trip, Every shift!