Mining tyre management: Addressing safety and health

Investing in new tyre technologies can help future-proof mining operations, improving both efficiency and safety. Laura Cornish, Head of Content & Strategic Partnerships at Mining Indaba, and Christian Erdelyi, Manager of Mining Technology Solutions at Kal Tire Mining Tire Group, discuss innovative solutions aimed at addressing these needs.

Improving Mining's 'fitness' with Connected Devices, …

A simple analogy in the everyday realm of consumer technology can be a powerful way of understanding how advanced technologies like AI, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Edge Computing can advance the mining industry. Think of the wearable fitness tracker - which burst onto the scene a few years ago - now being used

Improving Health and Safety in Mining with Automation, AI, …

Learn how AI and IoT have transformed mining operations, elevating safety measures and operational efficiency while reducing risks. And explore three case studies highlighting how these technologies are helping pave the way for smarter, safer mining practices.

Mine safety: Seven ways to make mines safer and more …

Improving safety, efficiency in supply chains

Noting the complexity of South Africa's mining environment, which is typically associated with its sizable value chain, telematics solutions provider Webfleet sales director Justin Manson ...

Improving selenium remediation in mining | Canadian Occupational Safety

For health and safety leaders in mining, Shrimpton's research represents a vital tool for improving environmental health and safety protocols. By integrating her selenium isotope technique into existing monitoring systems, companies can gain a clearer understanding of their remediation efforts' success and contribute to a cleaner, safer ...

Safety in Mining Operations

According to the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), in 2020 alone, there were 29 fatalities in mining operations in the United States. These statistics highlight the pressing need for stringent safety measures and …

Next-gen mining safety technology | Deloitte Insights

Safety, always central to mining, can be enhanced by new technologies and data. Wearable devices can provide protection and data, but an integrated approach to their use is needed. Safety analytics can predict potential harm and offer the means to prevent it.

Alpha Foundation – Improving Mine Safety and Health

The Alpha Foundation believes that good scientific research on mine safety and health is a key to sustaining the viability of the mining sector. Only by knowing what the facts are industry, labor and the public officials can make sound decisions on practices and policies that support the safety and health of the workforce and that of the mining ...

Enterprise Digital Twin to Improve Safety in Mining …

Digital twins allow mining operators to assess and interpret data from smart sensors and machine interconnection to improve operational safety and efficiency through AI-enabled technologies. This will transform mining into one of the safest occupations of its kind. An enterprise digital twin (EDT) is best suited to solve the mining safety puzzle.

Improving safety performance in the Australian mining …

safety performance in the mining industry worldwide, as demonstrated by the emergence of comprehensive global safety programs such as "Zero Harm" by BHP Billiton and "Target Zero" by Anglo. By introducing these programs, mining companies are acknowledging that improving safety performance is not just the right thing to do; it can also

Mining Safety and Sustainability

Detecting the mineral exploration environment, improving the safety of all process of mining operations, developing intelligent mining equipment, and ensuring the optimization of the human–machine–environment in all mining …

Understanding the mining safety research field: …

Understanding the mining safety research field 317 part of the efforts to improve safety by focusing on the organisation of and social systems within companies. Although Haas and Yorio's definition of HSMS could be used to describe many of the efforts for safety improvements that will be highlighted in this

IMPROVING MINERS' SAFETY TRAINING BY UTILIZING 360 …

Improving the quality of equipment training for the Heavy Equipment Operators (HEO) is a critical task in improving safety and eliminating equipment-related injuries in mining.

Mining Safety: A Comprehensive Guide

Explore essential safety procedures and best practices in mining operations and learn how fostering a culture of safety ensures compliance, efficiency, and sustainability in this highly controversial industry.

Improving Mine Safety and Health

To accelerate the pace of mine safety improvement, we have taken voluntary steps to implement best practices that encourage a "culture of safety." Risk assessment processes identify safety controls to eliminate or minimize the impacts of hazards.

Safe Mining Practices: 18 Mine Safety Tips | T.M.I.

To accelerate the pace of mine safety improvement, we have taken voluntary steps to implement best practices that encourage a "culture of safety." Risk assessment processes …

Safety in Mining: Why it's important and how to get it right

What is Mining in Safety? According to International Labour Organization, while mining accounts for 1% of the global labour force, it causes 8% of fatal accidents. Safety is a vital component of any healthy workplace. But in mining, its essential to …

Mine safety: Seven ways to make mines safer and more efficient

Technology and increased regulation have led to improvements in mine safety and helped make mining a less dangerous profession. In 2017 according to the US Department of Labor there were 15 fatalities in coal mines and 13 in metal/non-metal operations.

Safe mining operations through technological advancement

The concept of intelligent mining, also known as the fourth mining revolution, mining 4.0, has been accepted by many scientists as the best approach to improve safety in mining …

Safe mining operations through technological advancement

The concept of intelligent mining, also known as the fourth mining revolution, mining 4.0, has been accepted by many scientists as the best approach to improve safety in mining environments. The study by Nutter et al. (1986) developed the first-ever intelligent mine safety management system for underground mines to support ventilation ...

Safe mining operations through technological advancement

Furthermore, the major milestones achieved in improving communication in mining which has been proven to be the most crucial elements needed to promote safety in mining was discussed. Introduction The safety of mine workers is very essential, hence there is need for mining companies to adhere to the safety and health measures that are put in ...

Occupational health and safety performance in a changing mining …

The mining safety hazards have consequences for operators and machinery, interrupt mine production systems, and negatively impact the sustainability of mining operations ... this research provides new insights into the influence of the critical factors in the context of improving safety culture, which contributes to the views on the integration ...

The role of technology in mine safety and rescue

There are numerous factors at play in creating safe mines and mining practices: stringent and appropriate regulations, good mine management, a skilled and well-maintained workforce, and putting health and safety above …

Safety in Mining Operations

According to the U.S. Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), in 2020 alone, there were 29 fatalities in mining operations in the United States. These statistics highlight the pressing need for stringent safety measures and continuous improvement in mining practices.

Occupational health and safety performance in a changing …

The mining safety hazards have consequences for operators and machinery, interrupt mine production systems, and negatively impact the sustainability of mining operations ... this …

Next-gen mining safety technology | Deloitte …

Safety, always central to mining, can be enhanced by new technologies and data. Wearable devices can provide protection and data, but an integrated approach to their use is needed. Safety analytics can predict …

Mining Program | NIOSH Research Programs | CDC

Demonstrated virtual reality (VR) mine rescue training platform to the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) to improve realism of mine rescue training. Designed mobile machine battery enclosures based on …

Safe mining operations through technological advancement

The concept of intelligent mining, also known as the fourth mining revolution, mining 4.0, has been accepted by many scientists as the best approach to improve safety in mining environments.

Improving Health and Safety in Mining with Automation, …

Learn how AI and IoT have transformed mining operations, elevating safety measures and operational efficiency while reducing risks. And explore three case studies highlighting how these technologies are helping pave the way for smarter, safer mining practices.