A BHP-owned Colombian coal mine has faced allegations for violating the human rights of the Provincial Wayuu community during COVID-19.
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NSW mines undertake COVID-19 emergency exercises
The New South Wales Resources Regulator has completed a virtual emergency response exercise with mines from the Cobar and Nyngan areas.
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COVID-19: New disinfectants for the ‘new normal’
Even before the advent of COVID-19, there were always products available for disinfecting of commercial, industrial and other premises.
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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.
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Nine steps for safe return to work
An Australian anti-viral cleaning company has received over 1500 inquiries on its services since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.
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FIFO relocation sets up unintended effect of mental wellness
Fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) workers from the eastern states are being encouraged to permanently move to Western Australia, which could result in mental health improvements.
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Late Queensland miner’s COVID-19 test deemed negative
The passing of a 30-year-old miner in the Queensland mining town of Blackwater has been found to be unrelated to COVID-19.
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Cleaning not equal to disinfecting: CRC Industries
Maintaining a clean work environment has taken on increased importance as employees are returning to workplaces and coronavirus restrictions are being lifted across Australia.
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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.
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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.
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Businesses pushed to prepare for ‘second wave’ of COVID-19
With state governments winding back coronavirus restrictions, many businesses, including mining companies, are being advised to implement screening measures to avoid a second-wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Fortescue flags return to normal rosters with additional screening
Fortescue Metals Group is set to reverse the changes made on its operational rosters due to COVID-19, while introducing additional screening measures and testing for workers.
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Australian company to help miners stay at work with iTWOsafe
There is no doubt the mining industry will have to adopt different practices to not only manage the current requirements of social distancing, but to also manage any future global pandemics.
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NSW watchdog issues zero prohibition notices during inspections
The New South Wales Resources Regulator has found that mine operators responded to the risks of coronavirus quickly and appropriately during inspections.
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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.
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A2K Technologies leads the tech world in helping manufacturers maintain smart distancing
The manufacturing industry will need to adapt and implement different working practices to manage the current restrictions of social distancing.
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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.
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Rio Tinto, RFDS to soar above Queensland during COVID-19
Rio Tinto has partnered with Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) Queensland to improve emergency and remotely delivered health care services across the region.
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AMMA to equip employers with mental health assistance
Australian Resources and Energy Group AMMA has launched an online program for psychological health and safety across resources workplaces.
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Mining companies pitch in to beat virus challenges
Mining companies such as Glencore and BHP have ramped up their efforts to prevent and treat coronavirus in Australia.
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