black lung disease

Study links black lung disease to increases in silica exposure

High rates of severe coal worker pneumoconiosis, which is more commonly known as black lung disease, has been attributed to an increase in silica exposure in a study published by occupational health experts at the university of Illinois Chicago. Read More
liquid nitrogen

The safe handling of liquid nitrogen in mining

Following an incident on May 17, in which a worker received serious cryogenic burns after immersing their hands in a container of liquid nitrogen, it is important to review the risks associated with using this substance in the mining industry. Read More
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Austmine launches webinar for safety challenge

Austmine has partnered with French mining and metallurgy group Eramet to announce a new innovation opportunity to the Australian mining equipment, technology and services (METS) sector.  Read More