Appin coal mine operator GM3 is committed to understanding the cause of a roof collapse that occurred at the New South Wales mine over the weekend.
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The New South Wales Environmental Protection Agency said it has been “pleased” with Newmont’s work to bring the air quality at its Cadia gold mine within safe levels.
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All personnel have been declared safe and accounted for after a small, contained underground fire was reported at Anglo American’s Moranbah North mine in Queensland.
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An ongoing investigation has revealed the cause of a haul truck tyre blowout in the workshop of a Western Australian mine that projected shrapnel up to 17m away.
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Nominations for the 2025 Champions of Safety Awards – an initiative by Workplace Health & Safety Show to recognise Australian safety professionals – are officially open.
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The New South Wales Resources Regulator has investigated the cause of a rolled light vehicle (LV) at one of the state’s underground metals mines, prompting a timely warning to operators.
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Emergency response crews across Victoria will head to Costerfield and Heathcote this weekend to take part in the Victorian Mine Rescue Competition.
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In the ever-evolving world of fire protection, one challenge has remained consistent – fitting reliable suppression systems in increasingly limited spaces.
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Body Armour director Toni McQuinn outlines how today’s heavy-industry workers should be supported in their health and recovery as the ‘industrial athletes’ they are.Read More
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A fourth year electrical apprentice at an open cut coal mine in New South Wales has been sprayed with nitrogen and hydraulic oil during maintenance activities, prompting warnings from the state’s safety watchdog.
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An apprentice electrician at an underground metals mine in New South Wales recently experienced an electric shock while performing on-site maintenance.
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A section of roof at an underground coal mine in New South Wales has fallen, prompting an investigation from the state’s Resources Regulator.
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In the mining industry, skin protection is a critical aspect of worker safety. The selection of the right protection cream and how to effectively train workers to use these creams should be prioritised by businesses to protect their workforce wellbeing.
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