There’s no question that mining has been made safer over the years, but mines are still one of the most hazardous places to work. Mines are always looking to reduce mining accidents. The causes can...
Category - GOVERNMENT & LEGISLATION
The McGowan Labor Government has welcomed Stephanie Mayman as the new Chairperson for the Commission for Occupational Safety and Health. Ms Mayman has a wealth of experience in the health and safety...
Mental health and wellbeing will be high on the agenda for the latest mine inspector at Western Australia’s Department of Mines and Petroleum. Amy Douglas-Martens (pictured right) was recently...
A North American expert in black lung has revealed at an inquiry the deadly disease is still killing Queensland coal miners even though authorities thought it was non-existent. United States black...
Quad bike safety rebates available in New South Wales have doubled, writes SafetyCulture’s Haydee Tandinco. The Quad Bike Safety Improvement Program, which was introduced July 2016, gave rural...
Mine workers have been reminded to wear a seatbelt while operating or driving vehicles. The Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Mines (DNRM) is asking all mine workers to wear a seatbelt...
The industry is being encouraged to seal mine shafts before they become a potential hazard. The Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Mines (DNRM) recently asked mining companies to ensure...
A mine operator has suffered major brain injuries after working long hours and driving for extended periods in Central Queensland. Dump truck operator Harold Kerle accused proponent BHP Billiton...
A State Government-funded agency has taken a page from 1980s pop music band Milli Vanilli, blaming the rain for causing a serious car crash. A worker recently suffered serious injuries after crashing...
A Queensland metal producer has made a shock decision to terminate its managing director amid a health and safety breach at its $640 million mine in northwest Queensland. Cudeco’s Board...
Authorities have yielded to widespread concerns about the horrifying effects of black lung, and passed new rules to protect Queensland coal miners from the deadly disease. Queensland Parliament will...
From this week, landholders and miners have more certainty about their land access rights and responsibilities around resource developments. Minister for State Development and Minister for Natural...
