Realizing the True Cost of Fatigue Management Implementation

Realizing the True Cost of Fatigue Management Implementation ICMM Conference 2012 Paulina Hernández A. Ergonomics Specialist OH&S Management

Core Value for Codelco RESPECT FOR LIFE AND THE DIGNITY OF PEOPLE RESPECT FOR LIFE AND THE DIGNITY OF PEOPLE IS A CORE VALUE. NOTHING JUSTIFIES RUNNING UNCONTROLLED RISKS THAT COMPROMISE OUR HEALTH OR SAFETY.

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What is the cost of fatigue? Fatigue was reported as the cause of over 30% of all transportation accidents (US National Transportation Safety Board, 1999). Quoted as a precipitating factor in 57% of truck accident occurrences (Walsh, Dement, Dinges, 2005). Factors such as shift work systems, high production demands, constant transportation to and from the mine site (among others) increase fatigue build up among workers and consequently the risk of accidents (Folkard & Tucker, 2003). The cost of a fatal accidents may soar to US$5 million (Corporate Occupational Health & Safety Management, Codelco). Between 2007 and 2009, 43% of death related accidents were associated to driving of all types of vehicles (Mutual Safety C.Ch.C.). 25% of accident reports area linked to light vehicles and 23% to heavy vehicles (Codelco 2012).

What is the cost of fatigue? In 2010, 7.7 % of traffic accidents were directly associated to driver s fatigue, National Traffic Safety Commission, Ministry of Transport, Chile. USA estimates suggest that drowsiness is responsible for 1 3% of highway accidents and that nearly 96% of accidents are caused by passenger vehicles (Knipling & Wang, 1994). Fatigue is the reason of 24% traffic accidents (Mexican Transportation Institute, 2004). In Ireland, fatigue is a contributing factor in 1 out of 5 death related vehicle accidents (The Accident Claims Helpline, 2011).

How have F&D risks been usually addressed? Information sheets Training Technologies Oximetry Polysomnography Blue Light Bedroom Oxygenation

Comprehensive Fatigue and Drowsiness Program Communication Plan Training and Coaching Aid + support Technologies Early Warning Management Health Management Leader Team Resources Management Indicators Policy + Procedures + Reportability + Investigation + Follow up

Cost of a Comprehensive Fatigue and Drowsiness Program Radomiro Tomic Division Simulation Own Workers: 1,010 Contractor Workers: 4,662 Geographical Altitude: 2,960 m.a.s.l. Division: RADOMIRO TOMIC Division N CAEX N Operators RT 85 513 MH 22 124 CH 116 600 Gaby 17 12 Salvador 42 158 Andina 25 162 Totals 307 1569

Cost of a Comprehensive Fatigue and Drowsiness Program Support Technology Optalert U$ 90,000 for 4 trucks; Driver State Sensor DSS U$15,00 truck Sleep Disorder Detection Medical exams and Oximetries, RTD universe U$22,000 Polysomnographies, altered individuals, U$ 27,200 Communication plan Two stage campaign, different means, U$5,200 Training and Coaching RTD U$ 1,900,000 app. Differentiated competencies among different actors (operators, supervisors, wives), U$52,000

Cost of a Comprehensive Fatigue and Drowsiness Program Cost of Changes? Workers: incorporation, adoption, resistance Administration: Breaks? Naps? Indirect Costs? Working hours of lead team professionals; Implementation of resting room and activation for operators. Room outfitting in case site camp is available.

Learned Lessons Organizations must make efforts to determine the true magnitude of fatigue and drowsiness, collecting reliable data and defining costs. Fatigue and drowsiness are risk factors to be incorporated into risk management systems since these represent a critical variable in accident generation. Fatigue and Drowsiness Programs should be comprehensive, gradually implemented, consider OHS indicators (frequency rate, severity rate, fatigue levels, etc.), and production indicators. Direct and indirect costs should be considered and assumed. This will help replicate good practices, technology development, and suppliers management. Maintainability costs should be considered by incorporating the necessary adjustments. Short and long term benefits must be assessed. Leadership should be permanent by a leader team.