Proper preventive maintenance of rims and necessary hardware is of absolute importance to good tire service. OTR rims are submitted to extremely high stresses due to high inflation pressures, torque loads, steering and braking force, shock loads, and the applied load of the vehicle. Therefore, rims must be strong and durable, but like any other…
The following illustrations and descriptions are examples of various tire and rim related accidents. They can be used by the trainer to point out specific safety factors contributing to the accident. 1. Replacing the driver side outside dual tire on a haulage truck The victim was injured while he and another automotive mechanic were replacing…
Remember: An inflated tire can be very dangerous; under pressure it packs the explosive force of dynamite. Check to make sure the valve stem is not plugged by running a piece of wire through the stem. A broken rim part under pressure could blow apart and kill the miner the moment the lugs on dual…
Do’s A miner should always: Check tires and rims– Prior to mounting for damage or defects. After mounting to see if they are properly seated. Inspect the flange and side ring to make sure they are correctly positioned. Inspect all clamps and wheel nuts — For wheel vibration due to loose nuts. For loose clamps…
