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Safe and efficient conveyors start with the right training

Bulk-handling conveyor systems are the backbone of mining operations, responsible for moving vast amounts of material efficiently. However, they also present significant safety risks when not properly maintained or operated. Read More

Kelsie TibbenFebruary 10, 2025, 11:59 amFebruary 10, 2025 Comments Off 149

Digitalisation and smart mines, Innovation, Resources, Safety technology, Work health and safety

The role of technology in enhancing mining safety

Mining remains one of the most hazardous industries but thankfully, technology is transforming its safety. These innovations help mining companies enhance safety, improve compliance and better protect their workforce. Read More

Kelsie TibbenFebruary 10, 2025, 11:47 amFebruary 10, 2025 Comments Off 183

Australian, ESG, Events, Innovation, News, Research and development, Resources

Mining rides the western tech wave

One of the resources industry’s premier events will once again light up the west as it makes its return to the stage this October. Read More

Kelsie TibbenFebruary 4, 2025, 3:15 pmFebruary 4, 2025 Comments Off 341

Innovation, News, Products, Repair and maintenance, Resources

Elevating workplace safety with Nivek Industries

After narrowly escaping a serious workplace injury back in 2008, Nivek Industries founder Kevin Cant knew something needed to be done to improve site safety for mining personnel. Read More

Kelsie TibbenFebruary 4, 2025, 1:19 pmMarch 27, 2025 Comments Off 165

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Communications, Digitalisation and smart mines, Features, Innovation, News, Personal protective equipment, Products, Research and development, Resources, Safety analysis, Safety insights, Safety processes, Safety systems and solutions, Safety technology, Supply chain, Surface operations, Underground operations, Work health and safety

Safe to Work May–June: Material handling

Are you taking a hands-on approach to safer material handling? Read More

Kelsie TibbenJanuary 29, 2025, 11:40 amJanuary 31, 2025 Comments Off 102

Australian, Events, News, Research and development, Resources

A new charity partnership launches at AIMEX 2025

Asia-Pacific’s International Mining Exhibition (AIMEX) has locked in an exciting new charity partner for its inaugural Adelaide event set to take the stage this year. Read More

Kelsie TibbenJanuary 28, 2025, 11:50 amJanuary 28, 2025 Comments Off 124

Resources, Safety insights, Safety processes, Training, Work health and safety

Six tips for improving lone worker safety in the mining industry

Working alone can be required in the mining industry, however, the isolation exposes these workers to unique risks. This article explores strategies for safeguarding your lone workers. Read More

Kelsie TibbenJanuary 28, 2025, 11:33 amJanuary 28, 2025 Comments Off 270

Emergency response, Hazardous materials, Innovation, Resources, Safety analysis, Safety systems and solutions

Muster: On the road to safer EV buses

Muster Fire International has made some serious inroads into the electric vehicle (EV) bus sector by applying solid aerosol generators (SAG) technology to local fleets. Read More

Kelsie TibbenJanuary 21, 2025, 2:51 pmJanuary 21, 2025 Comments Off 144

Features, Hazardous materials, Innovation, Mental health, News, Research and development, Resources, Safety analysis, Safety insights, Surface operations, Underground operations

Safe to Work March–April: Employee wellbeing innovations

If Australia is to continue setting the pace in global mining innovation, its workforce must not only stay safe – it must thrive. Read More

Kelsie TibbenJanuary 17, 2025, 9:54 amJanuary 17, 2025 Comments Off 141

Communications, Emergency response, News, Resources, Safety insights, Safety technology

Are you taking mining home this summer?

As the warmer weather attracts more prospectors to gold-rich regions, the Western Australian Government is warning would-be miners to put safety first. Read More

Kelsie TibbenJanuary 6, 2025, 10:44 amJanuary 6, 2025 Comments Off 117

Hazardous materials, Personal protective equipment, Resources, Safety analysis, Safety insights

Welding fume: The current state of play

It has been over a decade since a legal precedent was set in Australia for workers’ compensation based on the link between welding fume and cancer. Read More

Kelsie TibbenDecember 17, 2024, 11:16 amDecember 17, 2024 Comments Off 233

Resources, Work health and safety

Tackling workplace fatigue in the mining industry

Fatigue can significantly impair a worker’s ability to perform tasks safely, leading to costly mistakes, incidents and injuries. Read More

Kelsie TibbenDecember 17, 2024, 11:03 amDecember 17, 2024 Comments Off 343

Products, Resources, Work health and safety

Meeting any challenge: Muster Fire International

Muster Fire International is on a mission to introduce innovation into the fire suppression market with its Fire Suppression Systems. Read More

Kelsie TibbenDecember 16, 2024, 12:52 pmDecember 16, 2024 Comments Off 170

Companies, Products, Resources, Work health and safety

Going off-grid

Collaboration with its clients has seen Tradesales relocatable site solutions be used on major mine sites across Australia for years. Read More

Kelsie TibbenDecember 16, 2024, 11:54 amDecember 16, 2024 Comments Off 152

Australian, Events, Innovation, International, Research and development, Resources, Safety insights

Making history at AIMEX 2025

The 2025 Asia-Pacific’s International Mining Exhibition (AIMEX) is shaping up to be a hub of activity for the biggest names in mining. Read More

Kelsie TibbenDecember 12, 2024, 8:37 amDecember 12, 2024 Comments Off 170

Personal protective equipment, Products, Resources

New Speedglas G5-03 welding helmets

The 3M Speedglas G5-03 welding helmet series includes three all-new welding helmet platforms combining signature Speedglas features with never-before-seen technology. Read More

Kelsie TibbenDecember 11, 2024, 10:51 amDecember 11, 2024 Comments Off 217

Companies, Innovation, Products, Repair and maintenance, Resources, Safety insights, Safety technology

Progress through connection: How Torqn is changing the game

When you think about safety in mining and construction, what comes to mind? Hard hats? High-vis vests? Toolbox talks? It’s all important, sure – but is it enough? Or are we just scratching the surface of what a real safety culture could look like? Read More

Kelsie TibbenDecember 11, 2024, 10:24 amDecember 11, 2024 Comments Off 143

Australian, Events, News, Resources, Safety analysis, Training

NSW small mines safety on the road in 2025

The New South Wales’ Resources Regulator’s annual health and safety roadshow for small mines and quarries is set to kick off in early 2025. Read More

Kelsie TibbenDecember 11, 2024, 10:12 amDecember 11, 2024 Comments Off 264

Dust control, Dust management, Features, Products, Resources, Surface operations

Saying goodbye to dust

Eco-Road Hero provided technology to help a coal mine struggling to control dust on its haul roads, slashing reported dust in half and saving fuel costs. Read More

Kelsie TibbenDecember 9, 2024, 12:17 pmDecember 9, 2024 Comments Off 144

Companies, Features, Innovation, Research and development, Resources, Safety analysis

Doubling down on safety

With a proven technology under its belt and a new launch taking hold, Strata Worldwide is determined to become a final word in mine safety. Read More

Kelsie TibbenDecember 9, 2024, 12:11 pmDecember 9, 2024 Comments Off 108