BHP has released its latest Challenges from the Supplier Innovation Program to Australia’s mining equipment, technology and services (METS) sector, to encourage out-of-the-box thinking for improved safety
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Fenner transforming safety with iBelt BeltGauge
Fenner Dunlop is revolutionising safety within the mining industry with its intelligent conveying products and services.
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FIFO workers suffering from extreme sleep loss
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.
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Thiess updates drone tech to heighten site safety
Thiess has introduced the M300 RTK multi-rotor drone across Australian operations for increased efficiency, safety and availability on site.
Using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) as its primary image
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CME and major miners help RFDS take flight
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.
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Fortescue implements four-drink maximum on site
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.
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Earpiece pilot program set to improve on-site health and safety
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.
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SHOWA Group achieves GreenCircle certification
SHOWA Group has become the first glove company to achieve the GreenCircle Biodegradation Certification.
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Cat highlights the importance of the Connected Worker
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.
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Major miners partner to educate industry on social issues
Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue Metals Group have partnered to raise social awareness about sexual harassment, bullying and racism in the mining industry.
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OZ Minerals gets to the bottom of Prominent Hill incident
OZ Minerals and Byrnecut continue to scrutinise an incident that occurred at the Prominent Hill mine in South Australia in September.
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Feedback sought on DMIRS code of practice
Western Australia’s Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety has released a Draft Code of Practice: Mine safety management system, for public consultation.
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Roy Hill, MinRes and more get behind mental health initiative
Mining and resources workers will be better equipped to help colleagues navigate mental health challenges with the launch of the Resourceful Mind program.
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BHP backs BluVein trolley-charging technology
BHP has joined a group of major miners supporting early trials of BluVein’s ‘next-generation’ trolley-charging technology.
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Campaign highlights the risk of occupational lung disease
Safe Work Australia is highlighting the importance of clean air in the workplace as part of this year’s National Safe Work Month of October.
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Fortescue charter flights reduce South West commute
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.
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Incident report review recommended by RSHQ
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.
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WA urges cyclone safety preparations
The Western Australia Government has urged mining companies to re-evaluate their safety plans in readiness for the 2021-22 cyclone season.
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Mideco solves indoor dust problem with new revolutionary technology
Introducing… the Bat Vent. This revolutionary technology protects workers who might not realise that they are in fact indirectly exposed to harmful dust.
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BHP, MinRes and Rio Tinto push for fully vaccinated workforces
Two of Australia’s biggest mining companies have enforced mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations just days after the Western Australian Government put in place its own state-wide policy.
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