Safety events and incidents

Report on serious excavator fall incident released

The NSW Resources Regulator has released details of its investigation into an incident that left a contractor with serious leg injuries after a fall from a stationary excavator in the state’s Hunter Valley. Read More

Staff writerMarch 20, 2026, 9:31 amMarch 20, 2026 Comments Off 398

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Electrical safety gaps in focus following underground mining incidents

Two recent electrical incidents at separate underground mines have flipped the switch on potential risks and consequences of cutting live power and conducting hot work in unsafe conditions. Read More

Staff writerMarch 17, 2026, 9:03 amMarch 17, 2026 Comments Off 320

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South32 scales back Worsley operations following fatal incident

South32 has suspended non-essential work at its Worsley Alumina refinery in Western Australia after a contractor was fatally injured at the site early morning on March 14. Read More

Staff writerMarch 16, 2026, 10:06 amMarch 16, 2026 Comments Off 616

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Dozer incidents spotlight vehicle safety controls

Among the 58 incidents reported to the NSW Resources Regulator in a single week were two involving dozers at open-cut coal mines, highlighting risks around operating procedures and decision-making. Read More

Staff writerMarch 12, 2026, 9:02 amMarch 12, 2026 Comments Off 474

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Mine truck drivers under safety microscope following incident

After a compliance failure led to a loaded haul truck rolling over, miners are being called on to ensure site procedures are strictly adhered to when operating equipment in open-cut mines. Read More

Staff writerMarch 3, 2026, 9:17 amMarch 3, 2026 Comments Off 670

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Mine injury draws attention to installation risks

After a poly pipe struck a worker at an underground mine in Queensland, operators are being advised to account for stored energy risks to curb injuries. Read More

Staff writerFebruary 17, 2026, 9:16 amFebruary 17, 2026 Comments Off 538

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Vehicle incidents trigger fresh mine safety alerts

Two vehicle incidents at separate surface mine sites in New South Wales have put the spotlight back on traffic management and hazard control. Read More

Staff writerFebruary 16, 2026, 10:18 amFebruary 16, 2026 Comments Off 445

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Lost detonator underground triggers alert

A missing electronic detonator at an underground mine has prompted a reminder from the NSW Resources Regulator about obligations around the usage of explosives. Read More

Staff writerFebruary 13, 2026, 9:26 amFebruary 13, 2026 Comments Off 687

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Regular checks urged after underground vehicle fire

Following a recent “high-hazard event” involving a vehicle fire in a coal mine, the NSW Resources Regulator is emphasising the need for regular inspections of universal joints on underground vehicles. Read More

Staff writerFebruary 10, 2026, 10:17 amFebruary 10, 2026 Comments Off 304

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Incident highlights exclusion zone risks on mine sites

A coal mine worker was injured in a serious surface incident involving a forklift tipping bin at a Central Queensland site, prompting recommendations for mine operators to review exclusion zones, equipment management and working-alone arrangements. Read More

Staff writerFebruary 9, 2026, 10:38 amFebruary 9, 2026 Comments Off 471

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Newmont reaffirms safety focus following Tanami incident

Operations at Newmont’s Tanami mine site in the Northern Territory continue to be suspended, as investigations into the fatal incident on February 4 remain underway. Read More

Prealene KheraFebruary 6, 2026, 9:15 amFebruary 6, 2026 Comments Off 537

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Mine injury triggers high-pressure equipment alert

A grease injection incident at an open-cut coal mine in Central Queensland has prompted a reminder to the industry to review the safety and compliance of high-pressure lubrication equipment. Read More

Staff writerFebruary 3, 2026, 9:10 amFebruary 3, 2026 Comments Off 455

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Regulator zeroes in on mobile plant controls after near miss

Following a near-collision on a surface coal mine haul road, the NSW Resources Regulator is highlighting the importance of speed management and situational awareness when interacting with mobile equipment. Read More

Staff writerFebruary 2, 2026, 8:57 amFebruary 2, 2026 Comments Off 434

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Safety body flags vehicle crush risks following mine incident

Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) has issued a safety alert to the state’s mining industry following a serious crush incident at a Central Queensland mine. Read More

Staff writerJanuary 23, 2026, 8:56 amJanuary 23, 2026 Comments Off 462

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Investigations into incident at Perseus’ gold operation continue

Perseus Mining has launched an investigation and is working with authorities following a fatal offsite vehicle accident near its Bagoé Gold Mine in West Africa’s Côte d’Ivoire. Read More

Staff writerJanuary 20, 2026, 9:25 amJanuary 20, 2026 Comments Off 330

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Operators urged to stay on top of equipment hazards following incident

Mine operators are being advised to manage hazards on their sites appropriately, after a contract maintenance worker was seriously injured by a hydraulic hammer detaching from an excavator and falling onto him. Read More

Staff writerJanuary 15, 2026, 9:23 amJanuary 15, 2026 Comments Off 395

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Psychosocial incident reporting must be front of mind, regulator urges

The NSW Resources Regulator has flagged a growing compliance issue across mining operations, after receiving numerous incident notifications months – and in some cases more than a year – after they were legally required to be reported. Read More

Staff writerJanuary 9, 2026, 9:44 amJanuary 9, 2026 Comments Off 710

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Serious roof collapse triggers calls to review strata support systems

A fatal roof fall at an underground coal mine has reinforced critical safety lessons for operators, particularly around the design and ongoing management of strata support systems. Read More

Prealene KheraJanuary 8, 2026, 9:16 amJanuary 8, 2026 Comments Off 716

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Mine truck blaze reignites regulator’s safety stance

An underground truck blaze in a metalliferous mine has reinforced the NSW Resources Regulator’s hard line on mobile plant fire prevention, with operators urged not to rely on suppression systems as a primary control. Read More

Prealene KheraDecember 18, 2025, 9:37 amDecember 18, 2025 Comments Off 568

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Lightning hazards spark preparedness conversations

Developments following a recent court hearing in Queensland have reinforced the importance of proactive safety measures when preventing injury due to lightning strikes. Read More

Ben CartwrightDecember 12, 2025, 2:25 pmDecember 12, 2025 Comments Off 635

Safety events and incidents

Report on serious excavator fall incident released

Electrical safety gaps in focus following underground mining incidents

South32 scales back Worsley operations following fatal incident

Dozer incidents spotlight vehicle safety controls

Mine truck drivers under safety microscope following incident

Mine injury draws attention to installation risks

Vehicle incidents trigger fresh mine safety alerts

Lost detonator underground triggers alert

Regular checks urged after underground vehicle fire

Incident highlights exclusion zone risks on mine sites

Newmont reaffirms safety focus following Tanami incident

Mine injury triggers high-pressure equipment alert

Regulator zeroes in on mobile plant controls after near miss

Safety body flags vehicle crush risks following mine incident

Investigations into incident at Perseus’ gold operation continue

Operators urged to stay on top of equipment hazards following incident

Psychosocial incident reporting must be front of mind, regulator urges

Serious roof collapse triggers calls to review strata support systems

Mine truck blaze reignites regulator’s safety stance

Lightning hazards spark preparedness conversations

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