New wearable technology can help people working in physically demanding jobs in harsh environments monitor their own wellbeing, and potentially, save lives… By Kate Murray, University of...
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Mines and Petroleum Minister Bill Johnston has officially launched the Emergency management for Western Australian mines code of practice. Since mining operations can be potentially hazardous, and...
If you’re about to commence a large mining infrastructure project or want to assess a current structure or area before building or expanding, you’ve likely started researching into mining surveying...
The Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety has issued a reminder on guarding against the effects of extreme temperatures on WA mine sites and remote areas. DMIRS director Andrew Chaplyn...
Electricity Safety Week (4-8 September) will shine the spotlight firmly on electrical safety with a host of events tailored specifically for electrical contractors and workers. Minister for...
An Australian first production trial aiming to increase mine efficiency and worker safety and longevity will kick off in Queensland next month thanks to a unique partnership between Wolff Group...
A BLACKWATER mining company that has left more than 100 workers in limbo for the next two months has been warned to start putting its employees well being first. Federal Opposition leader Bill...
Last year, 195 workers died from injuries received at work, according to Safe Work Australia’s latest Work-related Traumatic Injury Fatalities report. The report highlights a positive downward...
German Creek miners are concerned Anglo American will employ armed security guards to intimidate workers striking at the Middlemount mine, according to the CMFEU. The union wrote to Anglo American’s...
A labour-hire company has back-paid 13 workers a total of $240,600 after they did not receive their termination entitlements at a mine in Western Australia’s Pilbara region. The employees were stood...
