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Protecting the mental health of miners: are current …

While studies continue to expose high rates of mental illness in miners, there is a paucity of research investigating the efficacy of interventions designed to address the problem. According to researchers at the … See more

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Health & Safety

WEBThis month: improving mine safety, coal expansion in an era of funding uncertainty, Australia leads in autonomous tech adoption and regulation, and more.

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Mining Safety Equipment and Protective Technology

WEBMining is a highly risky activity that poses more serious occupational hazards than any other industry. Mine operators are obliged to adopt the best mining safety equipment and …

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How Hydrosmart Contributes to Miners’ Health and Safety

WEBHydrosmart is a unique technology that works by introducing resonance frequencies into the water. This changes the way minerals and other elements interact with the water, …

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Vale Canada publishes results of four-year mental health study

WEBVale Canada has released the results of a four-year study into the mental health of its workers, which showed that just over half of respondents suffered from …

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Managing mining's environmental waste

WEBThe global mining waste management market is estimated to grow from $172.60bn in 2021 to $208.33bn in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate of 2.7%. The market for mining …

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The role of technology in mine safety and rescue

WEBWith advances in technology, the capability of our control room has greatly improved. Anytime we can decrease the physical labour aspect, there is the potential for injury …

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Mental health in mining: laying the blueprint with …

WEBThe very nature of the mining industry lends itself to discussions regarding worker safety. As human workers interact with heavy industrial equipment, as miners …

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How virtual reality is addressing health and safety concerns in …

WEBAccording to 2022 GlobalData report, Augmented Reality in Mining, enterprise uses of AR will contribute to 65% of AR revenue by 2030, by which time …

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Workplace Hazards: How to Avoid Them and Promote a Culture of …

WEBWorkplace Hazards: How to Avoid Them and Promote a Culture of Safety. By BodyGuard Safety Solutions. Employers or managers who operate in high-risk environments are …

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Pneumoconiosis/Silicosis: What you need to know

WEBPneumoconiosis and silicosis are two of the most common occupational lung diseases. Pneumoconiosis is a general term used to describe a group of lung diseases that

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11 Most Dangerous Crystals on Earth & How They Threaten Us

WEBWe have profiled 11 of the most lethal and their effects on health, as judged by a mineralogist. March 28, 2024. Share this article. Many minerals can cause harm …

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Adani’s Carmichael coal mine controversy explained

WEBAdani Mining’s Carmichael coal mine in Queensland is one of the most controversial mining projects in the world, and as more companies withdraw support for the miner, we look at …

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Mining mica: can the industry overturn its legacy of exploitation

WEBThe floor price of four euro cents per kilo means there is serious exploitation of the mica workers, according to the report. “The communities need to understand their bargaining …

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Anglo American’s new sustainability strategy: does it hold up

WEBIn March this year, the British-South African mining giant Anglo American announced a new sustainability strategy designed to “change” and challenge …

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First Medical Response

WEBFirst Medical Response is a training provider based in Port Elizabeth. The company offers training in SETA registered and accredited first aid in levels one to three, as well as fire …

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Uranium as a critical mineral: how can we ensure supply

WEBWhile this is only enough to meet Japan’s internal demand for around six years, it could certainly help the nation to rely less on imports. Japan’s decision to label …

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South Africa publishes Covid-19 safety guidelines for mines

WEBThe South African Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) has published guidelines for the management of Covid-19 in the country’s mining sector, …

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JP Morgan, UBS lead Q1 2024 M&A mining advisory rankings by …

WEBJP Morgan and UBS have emerged as the top financial advisers in the metals and mining sector for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) by deal value in the first …

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