Call to renew practising certificates in NSW
The NSW Resources Regulator recently announced that holders of practising certificates can now renew them up to 6 months before the 5 year expiry date.
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Rubber supplier charged after fatality
WorkSafe Victoria has charged a Dandenong South rubber product manufacturer after a worker was fatally struck on the head by a machine component.
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Out of site, out of mind
It can be hard to see past the dozers and draglines, but it’s important to consider the health and wellbeing of the mining industry’s office-based players.
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Elevating conveyor safety
The critical role that conveyors play across all industries is undisputed. Whether it’s in a factory or out at a mine, conveyors offer an efficient solution for moving products from one place to another.
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The Wisdom 3A miners cap lamp shines the way
The Wisdom 3A cordless LED cap lamp from Perfect Image is a water resistant, USB rechargeable unit that has a nickel adjustable bracket and is powered by 2 x Panasonic 3.5-volt Li-ion batteries.
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NSW resources regulator asks: “Are you a small mine?”
From 2 July 2023, a range of new mining lease conditions will apply in New South Wales to all small mines and replace existing rehabilitation and environmental management conditions on current leases.
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Regulations around the country
Australia’s success in mining is underpinned by low rates of injury and loss of life, due in large part to the efforts of the various state and territory industry regulators and their management of effective regulations.
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Maintaining the Pit Viper is a team effort
Epiroc’s drill rig is a robust and reliable piece of equipment, reinforced by a team-based approach to maintenance that embraces safety while achieving reductions in downtime.
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Regulations on psychosocial risks adopted for WA mining
New Work Health and Safety regulations for the control of psychosocial risks are now in place, making it illegal not to specifically deal with these risks in workplaces across Western Australia.
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Culture and protocols key to mining blast safety
A recent global safety report indicates a gradual but steady improvement in mine safety and for blasting operations a strong safety culture and clear protocols are critical.
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DMIRS announces finalists in safety awards
The Western Australia Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety (DMIRS) has recently announced the 2022 Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards finalists, recognising outstanding solutions and innovations to specific workplace health and safety problems.
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A customer-focused approach to dust management
Effective dust management is an important operational consideration for Australia’s large and complex resources and construction industries.
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Safety recommendations for structural welding
Western Australian mine safety inspectors have identified serious issues, and made several safety recommendations, relating to the performance and management of on-site structural welding.
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Mine safety management system minimises risk
WorkSafe Mines Safety has published the ‘Code of practice: Mine Safety Management Systems’ to help operators establish and implement a mine safety management system (MSMS).
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Mining workforce safety study receives successful tender
WA Mines and Petroleum and Industrial Relations Minister Bill Johnston has announced the successful tender for a landmark study into workplace and mental health across the state’s mining sector.
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Charging towards better battery operations
With a global shift towards decarbonisation, original equipment manufacturer Epiroc is at the forefront of providing battery electric solutions for the mining and resources industry.
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Sandvik enhances skills with excavation software
Sandvik has released a new version of its iSURE (intelligent Sandvik underground rock excavation) software to improve operators' grasp of drilling and blasting.
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