Rio Tinto ramping up safe production system - Safe To Work
WEBEmily Murphy January 24, 2022, 4:06 pm. Rio Tinto will expand its safe production system beyond five pilot sites aiming at improving targeted bottlenecks, according to the company’s quarterly report. In October, the company announced the deployment of the Rio Tinto Safe Production System (RTSPS) at five pilot sites, focussing on sustainably ...
North Goonyella coal mine to reopen after 2018 fire
WEBNov 14, 2023 · After closing due to a fire in 2018, North Goonyella coking coal mine will reopen in early 2024. Owner Peabody Energy, a US based coal company, will spend more than $760 million to bring the Bowen Basin mine back into operation. First coal will be extracted in early 2024 during the construction of underground roadways, with …
Safeguarding hose: How much whip can a whipcheck check?
WEBFeb 8, 2022 · To visualise how a whipcheck mechanism fits together, Michael describes that a typical whipcheck features spring-loaded loops in the cable ends that are easily opened to pass over the couplings, providing a firm grip on the hose. “The claw coupling will be around 50mm in diameter, relatively to the hose which would be around 20mm thick.”.
What WA’s OH&S reform means for the mining sector
WEBLewis Cross May 30, 2022, 4:54 pm. Western Australia’s occupational health and safety (OH&S) reform has been finalised and includes new laws and legislation encompassing the WA mining industry. The reform came into effect on March 31 and aligns WA with the rest of Australia, allowing for greater consistency with national laws.
Reasonable adjustments at work: When and what to consider
WEBNov 11, 2019 · Reasonable adjustments may include changes to work hours, additional rest breaks, job rotation, technological assistance or training and education to address attitudes and culture in the workplace. Changes may be temporary or long term and should be tailored to the individual. Making changes should …
Making the right PPE choice with Blackwoods - Safe To Work
WEBNov 16, 2021 · The team at Blackwoods can help companies find the best fit for the right workplace. This includes particulate filters, gas and vapour filters or combination filters. Blackwoods’ team of technical experts are also able to build customised solutions for any business in a range of areas. Over the past 140 years, the company has grown from a ...
Bringing safety back to a human level - Safe To Work
WEBApr 1, 2021 · Between 2015 and 2017, Safe Work Australia reported 2557 claims for serious worker’s compensation, with most of these pertaining to muscular stress, trips, slips and falls, as well as being hit by moving objects. In Western Australia, lost time injuries in mining increased by four to 429 during 2019-2020 compared with the previous year.
Redefining cap lamps in underground environments - Safe To Work
WEBApr 8, 2019 · Image: MineARC. MineARC Systems has launched the cap lamp that has it all – reliable dual beams, superior colour rendering and a robust design. Safe to Work explores the cap lamp that breaks industry norms. When working underground, the need for a cap lamp is undisputed; eyes alone can’t ensure clear visibility and …
Miners shine at the Victorian Mine Rescue Competition
WEBAug 30, 2024 · The VMRC is a major annual safety training exercise involving simulated rescue scenarios for mine emergency response teams organised by MCA Victoria. Scenarios were hosted by Agnico Eagle’s Fosterville gold mine, and the Central Deborah gold mine. This safety training exercise extravaganza relies on …
Australia’s new disability-inclusive job site launches
WEBNov 9, 2022 · Australia’s new disability-inclusive job site the Field is a job-seeking website for people with disability.. Australians with disability now have more job and career opportunities than ever. The employment rate for people with a disability has not changed in over 28 years compared to those without disability, and today there are 4.4 million people who identify as having a disability, of ...