Queensland's Mines Inspectorate has released a safety alert following the recent death of a mining worker after being struck by the right hand hopper door of a mobile crushing plant.
In a bid to enforce mine safety, Australian Standards have been updated to ensure all safety harnesses are designed with a frontal, fall arrest rated, attachment point. The Fall Protection Manufacturers Association secretary Gordon Cadzow writes for Australian Mining.
The Queensland Department of Mines and Energy (DME) has issued an urgent safety alert to mines and quarries that have not reviewed procedures for adverse weather events.
Alcoa's Huntley Mine is a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for their commitment to environmental standards during the construction of a new crusher site.
Atlas Copco has developed an automated mining machine which automates the task of cable bolting to prevent rockfalls.
Dr David Noon has been named a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for his contribution to mine safety.
A spate of incidents on separate minesites where employees have been seriously injured has forced the New South Wales Department of Primary Industries to release a safety bulletin highlighting the importance of sound mine safety practices.
Rio Tinto Coal Australia's Hail Creek Mine is a finalist in the 5th Annual Australian Mining Prospect Awards for its continued drive to improve the quality of the mine.
BHP Billiton's plans to move to fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) operations for its mines in central Queensland are needed to meet operational requirements for contractors in the area, BHP manager media relations Peter Ogden told MINING DAILY.
Deputy Prime Minister Julia Gillard has conceded the Australian Mines and Metals Association's (AMMA) argument against 'drop dead' dates for old workplace agreements.