Become an approved training provider for the roadway dust sampler course

We have recently developed and published a new application process for those interested in becoming an approved training provider (ATP) for the roadway dust sampler course, which is aimed at prospective roadway dust samplers nominated at underground coal mines under the Regulation.

Opal mine safety workshop

The Opal mine safety workshop is a two-day course to be held at Lightning Ridge starting 27 October 2020 which will provide attendees with the necessary knowledge and skills required to be a mine operator at an opal mine.

Recent publications and updates

In case you missed it, the following are recent publications and updates available on our website:

• Fires on mobile plant report, January to March 2020
• Learning from disasters case study: 1902 Broken Hill Central Mine
• Revocation of other criteria in respect of statutory function (mining engineering manager)
• 2020 examination paper: Electrical engineering manager of underground coal mines certificate of competence

Navigating mental health through COVID-19

This week’s National Safe Work Month focus is on navigating mental health through COVID-19. While employers might not be able to help the stress workers are facing at home, they must eliminate or minimise the risk to psychological health and safety at work as far as is reasonably practicable.