Queensland miners reach lung check milestone
A free lung check mobile health unit that aims to detect mine dust diseases has hit a major milestone, having screened more than 1000 former Queensland mine and quarry workers.
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Anglo American mines to compete on the world stage
Anglo American mine rescue teams from the Grosvenor and Moranbah North mines in Queensland will compete at the International Mines Rescue Competition in Colombia from September 13–20.
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South Australian WHS reforms come into effect
Major changes aiming to strengthen work health and safety (WHS) legislation in South Australia are now law. Safe to Work investigates what you need to know.
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Mining MATES fly the flag for suicide prevention
MATES flags will fly over work sites across the country from September 9–13 to celebrate the role of more than 300,000 Australian workers in preventing suicide.
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Purple trays hit the pit at Carmichael
Bravus Mining and Resources has unveiled the newest, and biggest, peer supporters for the industry-leading mental health program run at its Carmichael mine in central Queensland.
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New report sounds the alarm on worker fatigue
The New South Wales Resources Regulator has released a range of recommendations to the mining industry after two incidents involving worker fatigue.
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Stronger silica laws coming into effect
Safe Work Australia has published amendments to model Work Health and Safety (WHS) regulations with the aim of strengthening protections for workers at risk of exposure to silica dust across all industries.
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Victorian workers urged to stay safe amid cyclonic winds
Victorian workers are being urged to hunker down as cyclone-level winds lash the state.
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Miners shine at the Victorian Mine Rescue Competition
Victorian, New South Wales and Tasmanian mines recently took part in the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) Victorian Mine Rescue Competition (VMRC) in Bendigo.
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Mining audits find industry culture has matured
A SafeWork South Australia campaign has found that workplace culture at the state’s major mine sites has significantly matured in recent years.
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Bravus Black-throated Finch project takes flight with new research model
A high-tech research project between Bravus Mining and Resources and Queensland scientists has created a new model for Australian and international researchers to uncover the secrets of rare bird species.
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Uptick in lost traction incidents heralds regulator warning
Two recent incidents involving lost traction in heavy mining machinery has prompted warnings from the New South Wales Resources Regulator.
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Navigator X: The next generation of eye protection
The Navigator X eyewear range is providing workers in all industries with uncompromising protection while ensuring comfort and style.
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Staying safe around rope and sling failures
A spate of rope and sling issues has drawn the attention of the New South Wales Resources Regulator, which is calling for workers remove themselves from the line of fire.
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Regulator investigation to boost safety after Cadia explosion
The New South Wales Resources Regulator is investigating what can be learned from a recent explosion at Newmont’s Cadia mine.
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Track’em to unpack operational excellence at WA Mining
With a line-up of over 40 speakers, the paid conference at the 2024 WA Mining Conference and Exhibition (WA Mining) is promising to be the best yet.
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Free lung checks for the Toowoomba region
For the first time, a mobile health unit that offers free lung checks for former Queensland mine and quarry workers is coming to the Toowoomba region.
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Collision avoidance takes the next step
Thanks to a new deal, automation and positioning specialist Aptella is set to supply and support advanced collision avoidance solutions throughout Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia.
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Last chance for Prospect Awards nominations
The mining industry’s most prestigious awards program has a new home at the WA Mining Conference and Exhibition (WA Mining) – and nominations for 2024 are almost closed.
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QMIHSC kicks off in Queensland
The Queensland Mining Industry Health and Safety Conference (QMIHSC) has descended on the Gold Coast for four days of all things mine safety.
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