12+ hour, 2+ min ago  (306+ words) A lifting task at an open-cut coal mine in New South Wales has highlighted the importance of clear communication and pre-lift checks after an engine unexpectedly slewed forward while being removed from a haul truck. According to the NSW Resources…...

3+ day, 12+ hour ago  (426+ words) A court decision on a serious underground incident has highlighted the importance of ensuring safety procedures are not only in place but supported by effective controls and oversight on mine sites. On May 13, the Industrial Court of New South Wales…...

5+ day, 13+ hour ago  (428+ words) Following a successful Brisbane show, the Workplace Health & Safety Show is building momentum ahead of the Melbourne event in May. Workplace Health & Safety Show (WHSS) Queensland wrapped up at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre in March, marking a successful return to…...

5+ day, 13+ hour ago  (1071+ words) Dust and spillage at conveyor load zones were once seen as a challenging issue, but Flexco's conveyor solutions show that this is no longer the case. Having spent considerable time on sites across Australia and New Zealand, Flexco'regional sales manager…...

5+ day, 13+ hour ago  (303+ words) The NSW Resources Regulator has advised mine workers not to bypass critical safety systems after a deliberately crimped shutdown circuit hose was discovered on a load haul dump (LHD) at the start of a shift. Workers identified the issue at…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago  (299+ words) As expectations on incident investigations continue to evolve, organisations are being challenged to go beyond compliance and demonstrate investigations that are legally sound, methodologically robust, and capable of driving real prevention outcomes. This includes addressing both physical and psychosocial risks,…...

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (573+ words) Prioritising safety and proactive risk management is essential for mining companies to protect people and operations while driving long-term growth. The mining industry is entering an era of transformative opportunity, and managing certain risks is becoming more critical than ever....

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (341+ words) Mine operators are being urged to review electrical safety controls after a worker received an electric shock at an underground metals mine. The NSW Resources Regulator said the incident highlights the need for effective electrical engineering control plans (EECPs) and…...

3+ week, 12+ hour ago  (332+ words) Two underground coal mine incidents have highlighted ongoing risks associated with ground stability and conveyor equipment, prompting fresh safety reminders from the NSW Resources Regulator. In one incident, a continuous miner operator was struck by falling strata after a section…...

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (198+ words) An earthquake of magnitude 4. 5 near Newmont's Cadia goldmine in central-west New South Wales triggered the evacuation of more than 150 workers on Tuesday evening, according to reports. The earthquake struck the area at around 8. 20 pm on April 14, with its epicentre only…...