Equipment failed without notice due to inadequate hazard evaluation, an investigation found. A side discharge conveyor suddenly collapsed without warning at an undisclosed screening plant on 4 August 2022. Officials examined the site and discovered...
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More resources workers will work with autonomous technology in the not-too-distant future, a report found. Mine employees with experience in driverless, remote-controlled and smart machinery will be...
WEG’s Data Viewer app is a convenient and reliable way to learn everything about your WEG electric motor. Anytime and anywhere, you can access the most important data, such as quality testing...
With Australian workplace health and safety incidents approaching 600,000 annually, the safety of our workforce is a serious concern. Here, Spiro Fkiaras, Business Manager at WEG Australia, explains...
Panicking and incorrectly following procedures contributed to a Queensland workplace death. A new coronial inquest is examining circumstances surrounding Gareth Dodunski’s death at the Fairwell...
A multinational company revealed its latest eco friendly, battery powered heavy vehicle. Sandvik recently launched what is billed to be the world’s largest capacity electric truck. The TH665B...
A open-cut mine employee was so busy chatting his machinery overturned. Resources Safety and Health Queensland (RSHQ) recently examined how a dozer rolled over at an undisclosed Queensland coal mine...
A mineral producer admitted it should have done more to prevent an employee from being entangled in machinery. A female worker’s right arm should never have been trapped between an unguarded...
A motion inhibiting system can fail and cause uncontrolled heavy vehicle movement, transport officials warned. Authorities recently cracked down on cardan shaft park brakes that do not prevent...
Pacific Helmets is a globally respected manufacturer and exporter of safety helmet products that balance paramount protection with design functionality and wearer comfort. Flexible manufacturing...
A custom-made motion inhibitor has been recognised in Queensland’s Banana Shire. Anglo American’s workshop wheel chock was recently commended for significantly reducing the risk of...
A multinational mining company was penalised and told to improve due to multiple safety concerns. Newcrest Mining was caught repeatedly failing to adequately mitigate dust at its Cadia mine, 28km...
A beginner required urgent medical treatment after a metal object rebounded and struck him. An inexperienced truck operator became severely injured when an earthing rod fell, bounced and hit him in...