In the Media
Rogue small quarries must shape up or be shut
The quarry industry and its health and safety organisation want a tougher approach taken this year to small quarries that continue to flout health and safety regulations.
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A briefing on the extractives sector and health and safety
MinEx has prepared a paper as an introduction to the extractives sector for parliamentarians and officials, to encourage dialogue between industry and government necessary for good outcomes, and to outline...
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Up to $8000 for women's leadership development
Building on the significant developmental momentum achieved earlier in the year, Women & Leadership New Zealand is administering a national initiative to support the development of female leaders across NZ’s...
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NZ Fatality - truck driver killed with tipper fell on cab
Tragically, a truck driver was killed last week when his tipper body fell onto the cab of his truck while he was unloading in a Tauranga quarry.
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You can help save lives
I still vividly remember attending my first fatality.A young electrician was electrocuted on a steel gantry. He had so much life ahead of him.
Mentoring builds confidence and results
Keri Harrison didn’t need much encouragement when her Southern Screenworks boss Brett Swain asked her if she’d mentor staff from other quarries who were preparing for oral exams. Now she’s...
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WorkSafe to become hazardous substances regulator
Changes to the way hazardous substances are managed will come into effect at the beginning of December with the new Hazardous Substances Regulations.
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MinEx encouraged by mentor response
MinEx chief executive Wayne Scott says the mentor programme for mine and quarry workers has been an instant success.
Lack of sleep could affect your safety at work
Daylight Saving is a good time to check on the amount of sleep you are getting to keep yourself and others healthy and safe as you work, says WorkSafe Chief...
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MinEx submissions to WorkSafe and MITO on proposed changes to CoCs and Unit Standards
MinEx has submitted their responses to WorkSafe and MITO in relation to proposed changes to CoCs and Unit Standards.