An Introduction to The Fatal 6

The Fatal 6’ is a list compiled by the Mineral Products Association (MPA) Health & Safety Committee, back in 2017. Identifying six high consequence hazards, these being the main cause of fatalities with 94% off all accidents in the industry falling in to these 6 common themes. As the committee works towards their aim of ‘Zero Harm’ then first they must deliver ‘Zero Fatalities’. By utilising already developed tools and solutions with an uncompromising approach, the MPA Committee concluded that they could potentially reduce up to 75% of the most serious health & safety incidents.

  • Contact with Moving Machinery & Isolation (including stored energy)
  • Workplace Transport & Pedestrian Interface
  • Working at Height
  • Workplace Respirable Crystalline Silica
  • Struck By Moving or Falling Object 
  • Road Traffic Accidents

MVIS Fatal 6 Blog

Here at MVIS we specialise in solar powered trailer-based safety solutions. With run times of up to 6 months and battery changes as standard, we have a suite of products to ensure that you are not only adhering to the Fatal 6 and utilising the framework of: Plan / Do / Check / Act,  but effectively reducing the possibility of serious health & safety incidents in your quarry or site. 


The BartcoLive™ app

BartcoLive™ VMS Programming Software App
Remote Traffic Sign Management at Your Fingertips

The BartcoLive™ app is a powerful, user-friendly VMS programming software solution that gives you complete control over your portable Variable Message Signs (VMS)—wherever you are. Developed to improve the responsiveness and efficiency of your Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), this innovative tool allows traffic managers and site operators to remotely update messages displayed on VMS units across the road network in real-time.

Designed for seamless operation on both Apple iOS and Android platforms, the BartcoLive™ app transforms the way you manage traffic signage. Whether you’re responding to incidents, managing traffic flow, supporting public events, or handling roadworks, this app ensures that your messaging is always accurate, timely, and visible to road users.

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Fast, Flexible and Fully Mobile
The app connects you directly to your fleet of VMS signs via your smartphone or tablet, enabling instant message changes and full visibility of asset status. You can browse and manage your VMS asset list, update messages on the go, and respond dynamically to changing road conditions—all without needing to be at a fixed workstation.

The BartcoLive™ app is ideal for local authorities, traffic management companies, event organisers, and infrastructure contractors looking to enhance communication and safety across the road network.

Download the BartcoLive™ VMS Programming App today and gain smarter, faster, and more effective control of your traffic signage—wherever the road takes you.