Advisory turns the switch on electrical safety
The New South Wales safety watchdog has released a number of recommendations aimed at reducing electric shocks in…
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Coal mine incident highlights site procedure importance
Two recent incidents at separate mining operations have prompted a renewed focus on safe work procedures, risk assessment,…
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New resources to manage the risks of online abuse at work
New resources to manage the risks of online abuse at work Safe Work Australia and eSafety have developed…
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The right attitude for working at height
There’s no room for a “she’ll be right” mentality when working at height. Miners are often required…
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Rockfall prompts renewed safety focus
A serious incident at a metalliferous mine in NSW has prompted renewed attention on ground support safety measures….
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Qld Government launches review into state’s safety framework
The Queensland Government has released the Terms of Reference for a wide-ranging review into the state’s resources safety…
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Increased speed limit on section of Stuart Highway
The Northern Territory Department of Logistics and Infrastructure says it is changing the current speed limits on a…
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Caught on dashcam: ‘That’s one hell of a close call’
A truck driver got the fright of her life last night, when a motorist came speeding along the…
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Nearly 3000 heavy vehicles intercepted during week-long fatigue blitz
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has today released the results of a week-long fatigue blitz held over…
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Technology and best practice raise safety bar for explosives
With safety a central concern in the storage, handling and application of explosives, fast-evolving technology is assisting mines…