Rights and responsibilities

People are the most important asset of any organisation, and all employees are entitled to the highest consideration for their safety while in the workplace. The Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act is a proactive attempt by government to provide and maintain a safe and healthy work environment for all, and is something that must be enforced in any organisation in any industry.

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Ebola – understanding the threat from a mining perspective

By Matthew Wood – staff writer

Ebola is a subject that has been met with worldwide panic. Although cases of Ebola are unlikely to breach South Africa’s borders, it is important to understand its impact from both a mining, economic, and humanitarian perspective. While the outbreak may not affect South Africa directly, mining companies in South Africa have operations throughout Africa which fall in close proximity to the disease.

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How technology can advance safety and production

The rapid development and application of digital technologies, automation and mechanisation is fundamental to meeting the challenge of safety in future capital intensive shaft development projects.

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Which glove is best?

Use this guide to get a better understanding about which gloves are best to wear in which application.

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