Whitsunday Diesel – CDZ9-035 + CDZ9-071

    Date – July 24, 2023
    Source of issue –Ian Moss from Whitsunday Diesel
    Description –

    Ian rang as he had recent issues with CDZ9-035 and CDZ9-071 (parted off from CDZ9-035) anodes. They were breaking off as they were being screwed in.


    Immediate action –replace 10 of each anode types.
    Root cause –New staff not filling the shot correctly + a number of maintenance/repair issues with diecasting machine.
    Corrective action –

    1. Increased training for new staff.
    2. Ensure aging equipment maintenance is effectively carried out.
    3. Weighing each casting
    28AUG24: The casting process for this anode now includes weighing post casting. No incidents have been reported since JUL23, so this issue will be Closed.

    Verification –
    Reported by –BL
    Closed by –Leave open for 12 months.
    Date closed –August 28, 2024

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