A closer look at the Dangers of Vibrations in the Workplace:
1. What is Hand Arm Vibration and Whole Body Vibration? 2. What are the health effects of exposure to vibration? 3. What industries are impacted? 4. What can I do … Continued
Category: News
Secretariat Meetings 27,28 Oct and 3 Nov 2016
27/28.10.16 Construction Materials Industry Conference (CMIC16) conference attended by Dr Elizabeth Gibson 03.11.16 Earth Resources Ministerial Advisory Council meeting, Melbourne, attended by Dr Elizabeth … Continued
Secretariat Meetings 19-24 October 2016
19.10.16 Earth Resources Stakeholder Reference Group, working groups on Risk based work plans (Garry Cranny), RRAM and Work Plan approval process attended by Dr Elizabeth Gibson 20.10.16 CMPA Noise Management … Continued
Serious Accident Alert issued after crusher accident; best practices offered
The Mine Safety and Health Administration USA (MSHA) issued a Serious Accident Alert following an accident at a limestone quarry involving a crusher. A miner was adjusting the setting on a jaw … Continued
Workers using blowing torch before asphalt tank explosion
Workers using a blow torch to heat a holding-tank valve ignited the vapours of liquid asphalt, causing the explosion and fire that injured three people at Mohawk Asphalt Emulsions, Albany, … Continued
Serious Accident Alert – Haul truck loses control and flips – MSHA offers best practices
The Mine Safety and Health Administration USA (MSHA) issued a Serious Accident Alert following a haul truck accident at a surface mine. A haul truck operator lost control while traveling … Continued
Flood-hit quarry prompts safety alert
An emergency warning was issued after heavy floods breached a sand quarry, leading to concerns for the surrounding area. Victoria’s State Emergency Service (VICSES) gave the alert for West Wodonga, … Continued
Fatalagram Issued following vehicle rollover accident
The Mine Safety and Health Administration USA (MSHA) issued a fatalgram following a vehicle rollover accident on a haul road. Although the accident occurred at a coal mine, it is the … Continued
Close Call Alert following ground failure.
The Mine Safety and Health Administration USA (MSHA) issued a Close Call Alert following a ground failure at a surface gold mining operation that could have resulted in multiple fatalities. Fortunately, … Continued
Safety Alert | 26/09/2016 – Don’t cut old drums
Flammable substances can still be present in old drums. Even if they have been cleaned and rinsed, the introduction of an ignition source can create a disastrous explosion. Cutting old … Continued