Fortescue hit a major safety milestone in 2024 by almost halving its injury rate compared to 2023.
The total recordable injury frequency rate (TRIFR) across Fortescue operations stood at just one by the end of the year, 44 per cent lower than the same time the year before.
“It’s been an outstanding operating performance in the quarter, with iron ore shipments of 49.4 million tonnes contributing to our highest ever half year shipments of 97.1 million tonnes,” Fortescue Metals chief executive officer, Dino Otranto said.
“We achieved this while maintaining our focus on safety, as well as driving costs lower.”
Otranto has been vocal on the company’s commitment to safe operations, emphasising all aspects of safety are critical.
During the 2022 roll out of a pilot program with Rio Tinto aimed at helping to eliminate disrespectful behaviour in the resources industry, Otranto said Fortescue will drive a hard line when it comes to sexual harassment, bullying and racism.
“At Fortescue, safety is our first priority and we have zero tolerance for inappropriate behaviour,” he said at the time.
“We remain firmly committed to ensuring that Fortescue has safe and inclusive workplaces, and that the mining industry as a whole is a safe and welcoming place for everyone who works within it.”
Safety is listed as Fortescue’s highest value in the company’s code of conduct and integrity document.
“Safety is at the core of Fortescue’s Values,” the document said. “Fortescue’s focus on safety empowers everyone to take whatever action is required to ensure our workplace is safe for all.
“This includes pausing and taking time to assess a task to ensure it is safe before proceeding and ensuring your workplace is psychologically safe for everyone.”
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