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QLD FIFO work on hold under new restrictions
Non-essential fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) travel in Queensland’s resources sector will be limited until January 22 despite a 72-hour lockdown being lifted in Greater Brisbane.
January 7, 2021 0 comment
Australia paves way to autonomous mining
BHP principal, mining systems in technology, Chirag Sathe expands on the vision for autonomous mining to bring greater safety to mine sites.
January 4, 2021 0 comment
BHP to invest $45m in Pilbara roads safety
BHP has joined forces with the Australian and Western Australian governments to improve road and rail safety in the Pilbara region.
December 17, 2020 0 comment
Greener, safer mining vehicles coming by 2025
The International Council on Mining & Metals (ICMM) intends to make vehicle collision avoidance technology available to mining companies by 2025.
November 27, 2020 0 comment
ICMM releases guidance for COVID-19 recovery
International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) has developed a framework to help mining companies grow their resilience after COVID-19 eases.
October 15, 2020 0 comment
BHP addresses bacteria growth at Nickel West
BHP has reported an elevated level of aerobic bacteria at its Nickel West operations in Western Australia.
October 12, 2020 0 comment
BHP factors safety risks into emission reduction target
BHP has set an emission reduction target for its operations that takes safety risks that could arise from severe weather events and changes in climate patterns into account.
September 14, 2020 0 comment
Corporate support for stronger mental health
With mental health challenges for mine workers increasing during the COVID-19 pandemic, the industry has stepped up to provide more support for its workforce.
September 7, 2020 0 comment
BHP to recycle tyres from coal sites
BHP is set to partner with Novum Energy to recycle mining truck tyres for the first time in Australia.
August 3, 2020 0 comment
BHP assists RFDS in flying hundreds of COVID-19 patients
BHP has helped the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) to transport more than 100 coronavirus patients across Western Australia, having provided the organisation with a $2 million donation.
July 27, 2020 0 comment
Mining keeps Australia afloat amid pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic has impacted the entire globe, changing the way people work and live, including the mining industry. Safe to Work investigates how the mining industry has supported the Australian economy during a time of crisis.
July 24, 2020 0 comment
BHP improvises with use of wearable tech during COVID-19
BHP has used wearable technology to allow its Perth-based teams to assist auto electricians and mechanical fitters on-site from 1300 kilometres away.
July 9, 2020 0 comment
Indigenous community in talks with BHP-backed Cerrejón over differences
The Indigenous community of Provincial in Colombia has disputed human rights allegations launched at one of the largest open pit coal mines in the world, Cerrejón.
June 29, 2020 0 comment
BHP mine accused of breaching human rights
A BHP-owned Colombian coal mine has faced allegations for violating the human rights of the Provincial Wayuu community during COVID-19.
June 22, 2020 0 comment
Mining and metals industry critical to COVID-19 recovery: ICMM
International Council of Mining & Metals (ICMM) member companies have spent more than $US315 million combined in their global response to COVID-19 pandemic so far.
June 15, 2020 0 comment
BHP safeguards Indigenous communities during COVID-19
BHP has stressed that the vigilant protection of Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander communities from COVID-19 should continue as restrictions begin to ease in Australia.
June 1, 2020 0 comment
Austmine 2021 to focus on harnessing mining intelligence
The Austmine 2021 conference is set to focus on harnessing intelligence in mining, with the support of BHP as its principal sponsor.
June 1, 2020 0 comment
BHP ramps up Jimblebar safety following injuries
BHP has temporarily paused operations at its Jimblebar iron ore mine in Western Australia to reinforce safety requirements after a number of “low-level injuries” at the site.
May 22, 2020 0 comment
BHP operations shine through coronavirus shock: Mike Henry
BHP chief executive Mike Henry believes the company has performed at its best at some operations under COVID-19 conditions.
May 15, 2020 0 comment
BHP releases new COVID-19 testing for employees
BHP has considered further coronavirus testing methods for its employees in addition to screening tools that are in place across the sites.
May 11, 2020 0 comment