How Critical Is Mine Site Safety In 2022?
Over the last few decades, health and safety measures in the mining industry in Australia have improved significantly. Although the rates of fatalities and serious injuries have reduced, the cases of fatalities and severe injuries in the mining industry every year are still more than in other industries.
The Basic Risks Associated With Working In The Mining Industry:
- Mental and physical stress, manual handling and musculoskeletal disorders
- Being hit by moving objects, machinery or mining equipment
- Slips, trips and falls
- Working with a high-risk plant
The Australian Federal Government does not regulate WHS in the mining industry, it is regulated by the State and Territorial Governments.
How Does Your Company Invest In Mine Site Safety?
Innovations in the mining industry have improved the safety measures on mining sites. However, improvements can still be made to ensure a safe culture on mining sites across Australia.
A mining company investing in mining safety products and aiming to improve site safety culture should consider the following factors:
- The number of incidents occurring at your site
- Worker’s attitudes toward safety
- Company’s policies for equipment and machinery maintenance
- The number of complaints made about the safety procedure of your company
Additionally, there should be a sufficient budget for safety equipment for mining sites. A wide range of safety products is available for the mining industry, including cable protection, brackets, drill chocks, speed humps and more.
