Investigation underway into Saraji coal mine tragedy
WEBJan 16, 2024 · Resources Safety and Health Queensland is investigating a tragic accident that occurred at the Saraji south coal mine in Queensland on Monday afternoon. The fatal accident occurred following a light vehicle accident at BHP Mitsubishi Alliance’s (BMA) mine in the Bowen Basin. It is understood that two men were working in the fuel-bay area of ...
Rio Tinto and Whitehaven put children first - Safe To Work
WEBMar 14, 2022 · Major miners Whitehaven Coal and Rio Tinto have announced changes to their paid parental leave policies, enabling new parents to spend more time with their young children. Rio Tinto will provide 18 weeks of paid leave for both primary and secondary carers — regardless of gender — and make superannuation payments to them for up to a …
Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue launch safer workplaces program
WEBNov 16, 2022 · Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue are launching an innovative pilot program aimed at helping to eliminate disrespectful behaviour in the resources industry including sexual harassment, bullying and racism. The launch comes after the three companies formed a partnership in October last year as part of their combined response to reports of ...
Elevating conveyor safety - Safe To Work
WEBApr 6, 2023 · Elevating conveyor safety. Staff Writer April 6, 2023, 2:45 pm. The critical role that conveyors play across all industries is undisputed. Whether it’s in a factory or out at a mine, conveyors offer an efficient solution for moving products from one place to another. Unfortunately, they are also one of the most dangerous pieces of equipment ...
Glencore provide SafeWork 2.0 update - Safe To Work
WEBMay 26, 2023 · Glencore relaunched SafeWork 2.0 in 2021 and has since been a key focus for its industrial assets and commodity departments. The major miner’s 2022 sustainability report detailed the progress made in the implementation of SafeWork 2.0. “During 2022, our commodity departments continued to implement SafeWork 2.0 at their industrial assets.
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 …
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.”.
Blundstone #982 – Chemical resistant boot - Safe To Work
WEBOct 22, 2019 · The zip sided chemical resistant #982 is ideal for industry where caustic acid exposure is a factor, including in aluminium refineries. Blundstone #982 chemical resistant boot features the following: Comfort Arch footbed with XRD Extreme Impact Protection forepart insert for greater comfort. Footbed is anti-bacterial, washable and breathable.
New app making onsite safety more accessible - Safe To Work
WEBDec 13, 2021 · New app making onsite safety more accessible. A former fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) worker has launched a safety app that will enhance employee experience, maximise site and company productivity and compliance, and improve the business outcomes of its clients. Camp Connect is a female-owned and led complete site solution, worker communication ...
Newsletter - Safe To Work
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