Man flown to hospital after being pinned under a truck in Queensland

A man has been flown to hospital with back injuries after becoming pinned under a truck in South West Queensland, highlighting yet again the serious risks tied to vehicle maintenance work on jacked-up trucks.

The incident happened on Wednesday afternoon, when the man was working underneath the truck and the vehicle reportedly fell from a jack, trapping him beneath it.

How the Incident Unfolded

Reports indicate the man was carrying out routine maintenance when the truck slipped from its jack, pinning him underneath. This type of workplace hazard remains one of the most common causes of severe injury for workers servicing heavy vehicles.

The LifeFlight Surat Gas Aeromedical Service (SGAS) helicopter was called to the scene at about 2.30pm to provide emergency care and transport.

Response and Current Condition

The man, in his 60s, was flown to a Roma hospital in stable condition. LifeFlight crews play a crucial role in delivering timely emergency response to remote and regional communities across Queensland, where access to immediate medical care can otherwise be limited.

His recovery will depend on ongoing medical assessment, though authorities have not yet released further updates on his health.

Why Vehicle Maintenance Safety Matters

Incidents like this one underscore why robust safety practices are essential whenever workers are required to operate beneath heavy vehicles. Jacks and stands must be rated for the load, inspected regularly, and used strictly according to manufacturer guidance.

Employers have a duty to ensure safe working conditions are maintained at all times, particularly for tasks involving elevated or suspended loads. Reviewing procedures such as our Concrete Truck Safe Work Method Statement can help businesses identify and control similar risks before they result in injury.

For heavy vehicle operations more broadly, resources like the Truck and Dog Trailer SWMS provide a practical framework for embedding safety into daily transport tasks.

Supporting Community and Workplace Health

Every incident of this nature is a reminder that workplace safety is a shared responsibility across industries. Businesses, supervisors, and workers alike must remain vigilant to protect both physical safety and long-term health outcomes for everyone on site.

Safety professionals are encouraged to share lessons learned from incidents like this within their own community of practice, helping to prevent similar tragedies from recurring.

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