Nexxis have emerged with their new Magneto-EX robot, a dexterous new device that can complete area inspections in spaces where humans shouldn't go.
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Sepura’s new AutoMate innovation to prevent injuries
Sepura has launched AutoMate, a new application set to improve both operational performance and staff safety at mining sites.
By enabling TETRA radio automation through geofencing and situational triggers,
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Ok Tedi vaccination on track
Ok Tedi Mining has aimed to achieved herd immunity through its testing and vaccination program to ensure staff, contractors, Tabubil town residents and the local community in Papua New Guinea (PNG) are protected from COVID-19.
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RSHQ urges caution after coal mine worker injured
Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) has recommended senior site executives ensure all operators are trained and competent in the operation of vehicles after a coal mine worker was injured by a moving vehicle.
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Safety first as Fortescue hits haulage record
Fortescue Metals Group has recognised a commitment to operational efficiency and safety with its autonomous haul (AHS) fleet moving two billion tonnes of material.
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Worker injured during transit at NSW mine
A mine worker at Appin Colliery in New South Wales was injured last month when the transport vehicle he was in drove into a cut-through and collided with a piece of stowed equipment.
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NSW safety campaign targets worker responsibility
More than 13,000 mine workers have been engaged by the NSW Resources Regulator as part of a campaign to raise awareness of the risk of collisions from heavy mining equipment.
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ICMM fatality rates drop in 2020
International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) company members recorded 44 occupational deaths in 2020, according to its latest industry safety publication.
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MineWell app to support health of workforce
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has launched its latest effort to support the mental health and resilience of its members with the free MineWell mobile app.
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Safety personnel to obtain greater power in proposed law
The New South Wales Resources Regulator is seeking public comment for recommendations to the Work Health and Safety Act for mine and petroleum sites.
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Northern Star safety plan beats industry performance
Northern Star Resources has entered the final year of its three-year safety plan with a lost time injury frequency rate (LTIFR) of 1.13, below the industry average for the third year in a row.
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Newcrest safety plan breaks company records
Newcrest Mining has developed a safety transformation plan that put the company on track to deliver its lowest ever total recordable injury frequency rate (TRIFR) at the Telfer gold mine in Western Australia.
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Coronado lowers Curragh’s injury rate following safety overhaul
Coronado Global Resources has increased its level of investigations of recordable injuries and inspections, leading to an improved TRIFR at the Curragh coal mine in Queensland.
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New standard released for COVID-19 work protocols
Mining companies will start 2021 under a new International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) standard, ISO/PAS (publicly available specification) 45005, to ensure safe operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Technology tools can change mining’s health and safety record
In this report, OSIsoft surveyed and reported back on health and safety in mining today. They wanted to know to what extent an audience from the mining sector felt the environment they work in could be improved and how far along are they to thinking about the next steps.
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QLD inspectorate urges coal miners to check FRAS equipment
Queensland’s chief inspectorate of coal mines is calling on site executives to audit fire resistant anti-static (FRAS) equipment after two products failed to meet fire and electrical resistance standards.
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Anglo American on roadmap to 2021 restart at Grosvenor
Anglo American plans to introduce remote operations across its Queensland coal mines to improve safety and control plans following a gas ignition event at the Grosvenor mine in May.
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Springvale mine under safety investigation
Centennial Coal has confirmed the tragic passing of a mine worker at the Springvale mine in New South Wales.
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Indus Mining penalised for worker tragedy
Mines safety director at the Western Australian Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety, Andrew Chaplyn said bees were a known issue at the Cataby mine.
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QLD mine safety board recruits Daunia, Aquila heads
Queensland has welcomed four senior miners to its Board of Examiners, with plans to use their 70-plus years of combined experience to set up and maintain safety roles at mines across the state.
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