Fly-in fly-out (FIFO) roster design has led to shift workers experiencing significant sleep loss and being at a higher risk of developing sleep disorders, according to recent research. Read More
Thiess has introduced the M300 RTK multi-rotor drone across Australian operations for increased efficiency, safety and availability on site.
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Emergency response to mine sites in Western Australia will be improved after the Royal Flying Doctor Service Western Operations (RFDS) unveiled the latest addition to its fleet. Read More
Fortescue Metals Group will implement several initiatives to enhance the safety, culture and experience across all company workplaces, as a result of feedback from its Workplace Integrity Review. Read More
Rio Tinto is hosting an international pilot program to roll out a ground-breaking predictive biometric technology, created by Australian technology innovator Canaria Technologies and Embley Contracting. Read More
Caterpillar is set to launch its Connected Worker system that combines smart wearable technology with the power of analytics, to deliver an added layer of protection against a variety of safety risks on site. Read More
Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue Metals Group have partnered to raise social awareness about sexual harassment, bullying and racism in the mining industry. Read More
Western Australia’s Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety has released a Draft Code of Practice: Mine safety management system, for public consultation. Read More
Mining and resources workers will be better equipped to help colleagues navigate mental health challenges with the launch of the Resourceful Mind program. Read More
Fortescue Metals Group has celebrated the first of its Western Australian charter flights from Busselton to its operations in the Pilbara in a bid to improve safety by keeping workers off the road. Read More
Resources Safety and Health Queensland is recommending coal mine operators review their incident reporting after a significant decrease in the number of High Potential Incidents (HPIs) reported by Queensland coal mines during the 2020/21 fiscal year. Read More
The Queensland resources sector is being urged to prepare for disaster season and the wide range of extreme weather events that can impact the state including bushfires, storms, floods and cyclones.
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An online survey asking Western Australians in the resources industry to have their say about what they need to stay mentally healthy is available as part of World Mental Health Day. Read More
The Federal Government is supporting the resources sector with a grant to mass-produce a technology which enhances safety in mine tailings dams. Read More
Safe to Work highlights Sy-Klone International’s cabin air quality and monitoring solutions for meeting ISO 23875 cabin air quality standard requirements, helping mines create a safer workplace and Read More
Glencore has highlighted the safety benefits of its autonomous longwall technology at the Oaky Creek underground metallurgical coal mine in Queensland. Read More