Enhancing Remote Mining Safety
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Welcome to this week's edition of our HSE newsletter, Before the Audit. In this issue, we delve into Remote Mining Safety, underpinned by a recent analysis of mining incidents that underscore systemic issues.?
Here's a sneak peak of what we've got lined up:?
Without further ado...
Deep Dive: Understanding the Risks in Mining
In Australia, approximately?9 workers?in the oil and gas industry encounter fatal injuries each year.?
These stem from 3 major risks:
Analysis of Recent Remote Mining Incidents
Since June 2023, there have been three major incidents involving workers in remote mining areas highlighting significant gaps in safety protocols that need urgent attention. When analyzed we found broader systemic issues within the industry.?
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1. Lack of real-time location tracking and emergency response
The first incident involved a contractor's death at a mining project. It was evident that there was an absence of real-time location tracking and swift emergency response mechanisms. In remote areas, where every second counts, the ability to immediately locate and respond to an incident can be the difference between life and death.?
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2. Inadequate Lone Worker Monitoring The second case highlights the risks faced by individuals working alone in isolated environments. A man in his 20s died following a machine incident 600 kilometres east of Perth. As they were working alone, he was particularly vulnerable because there was no immediate help in case of an emergency. Systems designed to detect mandown situations, and regular check-ins can significantly mitigate these risks.
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3. Insufficient Fatigue Management
The third incident, involving a worker who crashed his vehicle in a remote area, brings attention to the critical issue of fatigue management. In industries where long hours and demanding physical labor are common, managing worker fatigue is essential. ?
How Buru Energy saw safety success in its remote mining operations?
Challenge:?
Buru Energy faced challenges in journey management due to the vast, remote areas of operation with limited mobile reception, impacting safety check-ins and communication.
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Solution:?
They implemented SafetyIQ to work with their GPS devices, streamlining journey management through better visibility and communication capabilities, even in low-reception areas.
The efficient and reliable check-in process along with the real-time location data allowed for effective monitoring, better coordination of operations, and enhanced emergency response capabilities.
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Results:?
"SafetyIQ’s GPS Device integration has significantly improved our journey management when working in remote areas.”?
- Bryce Mclaren, HSE Manager, Buru Energy Limited
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Risk Assessment Template for Remote Lone Workers?
Remote lone workers are those who operate far from urban centres and conventional workspaces. Since the popularity boost of working from home, many confuse this with remote workers, but there are two definitions - the second facing significantly high risk. Roles encompassing remote lone workers include land surveyors, field service technicians, environmental researchers, and many roles within the Mining Industry.?
Use this risk assessment for:?
In the News: Speaking Up in QLD Mines
A recent report reveals a concerning trend among QLD mine employees, fearing job security repercussions for reporting safety concerns.?
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Some quotes include:?
"As long as there is risk of workers losing their jobs they will report as little as possible”
“If coal mine workers see that when something is reported it will be resolved/fixed very quickly, they will be more confident to report issues as they can actually see that something gets done in a timely manner.”
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The article underlines the importance of fostering a transparent and supportive environment where safety comes first, and every worker feels empowered to speak up.
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Critical Insight: The report calls for a reevaluation of company policies to ensure that safety is prioritized over punitive measures for reporting hazards or incidents.
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Don't Miss Out?
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SafetyIQ will be at the Spring NSC Safety Conference & Expo this May and you should too!
It's the go-to event for enhancing your understanding of safety practices, networking with industry experts, and exploring the newest in safety technology.
Stay tuned for some big news we'll be sharing there!