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GFG Alliance has informed the City of Whyalla and the Whyalla community that it plans to truck ore along Playford Avenue during November.
GFG, the operators of the steelworks in Whyalla, says the material is critical to the operation of the blast furnace and is occasionally trucked to the steelworks to replenish back‐up stockpiles.
Five trucks will operate in a day‐shift circuit from Wednesday, November 1, through to Wednesday, November 15.
These roads are State Government (DPTI Asset) controlled and, as such, no official approval is required from council.
In a statement GFG moved to reassure the public with the following information.
"As always, steps to minimise safety and environmental impacts have been taken," it said in the statement.
"This includes all loads being fully covered.
"Transporting only lump iron ore – a large material with very low fugitive dust potential.
"Trucks travelling in the right‐hand lane along Playford Avenue at no more than 40 km/h.
"Ceasing hauling under poor weather conditions to minimise material drag‐out and potential safety issues.
"Utilising existing Environmental Management Plan and Fugitive Dusk Ranking systems.
"Clearly numbering trucks to allow easy identification by members of the public in the event of any concerns."
GFG Alliance said anyone with any queries or concerns should contact its Community and Stakeholder Engagement Advisor, Denise Sharp, on 0447 039 358.