Car-Drill Collision

Sadly, the vehicle driver was killed, when his car struck this drill working along a road east of Toronto.  Drillers and field personnel from the consulting company were also reportedly injured.  Although the cause of the crash is under investigation, the photo is a stark reminder of the importance of an adequate traffic control plan for sites where vehicular traffic is present.  Book 7, the Ontario Traffic Manual (Temporary Conditions) must be consulted in order properly prepare for drilling on or near roadways.  The pdf version can be downloaded by clicking Book 7.  The story of this crash can be found by clicking Car-Drill Collision