News
Workers to receive protections from workplace bullying, unfair pay
April 16, 2019Comments 0Workers are empowered to seek an order from the Western Australian Industrial Relations Commission (WAIRC) to stop workplace bullying, according…
BHP mine sites affected by scarlet fever
April 16, 2019Comments 0Six cases of scarlet fever have been reported at two BHP iron ore mine sites in the Pilbara, Western Australia.
Companies urged to conduct electricity safety tests
April 15, 2019Comments 0There is a perception among some companies that electrical system tests are unnecessary, disruptive and costly.
Rio Tinto, Alcoa to build $198m environmental research and development facility
April 09, 2019Comments 0Rio Tinto has partnered with Alcoa to commercialise a breakthrough technology that will eliminate all direct greenhouse gases from the…
Features
Brazil disaster throws spotlight on tailings management
April 18, 2019Comments 0The mining industry suffered a shock when the Brumadinho tailings disaster occurred in Brazil in January. Safe to Work examines…
Keeping vision protected from hazards
April 10, 2019Comments 0Mining is an industry sector where workers are at risk of eye injuries. Bollé Safety speaks to Safe to Work…
Controlling the safety risks of tyre management
April 09, 2019Comments 0Mine site tyre management presents a series of safety concerns that must be mitigated to avoid injury. Safe to Work…
Redefining cap lamps in underground environments
April 08, 2019Comments 0MineARC Systems has launched the cap lamp that has it all – reliable dual beams, superior colour rendering and a…
Products
NESS+ ultra wrap-around frames for panoramic vision
April 17, 2019Comments 0The new Ness+ model has been designed to offer wearers an excellent field of vision, thanks to its all-round coverage.
Duram Kimax Mask
March 12, 2019Comments 0Mining plays host to a number of possible respiratory hazards including cyanide, ammonia, chlorine, chemical fumes, gas leaks, fire and…
Hexagon HxGN MineEnterprise CAS Analytics
March 11, 2019Comments 0Hexagon Mining’s HxGN MineEnterprise CAS Analytics monitors and controls critical risk events by connecting a multitude of data sources via…
3M Rugged Comfort Quick Latch Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator
March 04, 2019Comments 0PPE specialist 3M’s rugged comfort quick latch half facepiece reusable respirator 6500 series is designed for dirty, dusty environments.
Resources
Marketing mine safety: How to effectively sell safety products to the mining industry
August 13, 2018Comments 0When promoting safety products to the mining industry there are a number of strategies that advertisers can use to reach…
Managing risk: The architecture of safety at Kal Tire
July 11, 2018Comments 0A global leader in the field of mining tyres, Kal Tire delivers customised solutions that ensure maximum productivity and safety…
XLR® POWERED Engine Air Intake Precleaner & Pre-Filtration Technology
July 09, 2018Comments 0World’s first and only XLR® (Extra Low Restriction) Engine Air In- take Powered Precleaner and Pre- Filtration Technology!
Injuries in the workplace from hazardous substances: Minimising risks and impact
July 09, 2018Comments 0In Australia, burns are the sixth leading cause of workplace injury, with roughly 2,500 claims made per year. A new…