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Mobile crane

Investigation underway into employee’s sudden death

Authorities are examining circumstances surrounding a work site fatality. Investigators want to know exactly how a Hiab truck became energised and killed the operator. First responders were called...

Glencore coal mine

Management receives pay cut for multiple fatalities

A multinational will reduce remuneration for resources executives following workplace deaths. Glencore recently confirmed it would slash the chief executive’s performance incentives because...

BHP ute

Employer electrifies 5000 mine vehicles

A major mineral producer will replace fossil fuels with cleaner alternatives. BHP revealed it would convert thousands of diesel-powered locomotives across its entire Australian operations. “At...

MinRes driverless truck

Proponent rolls out 120 automated heavy vehicles

An autonomous technology company will supply dozens of driverless trucks to a $2.1 billion development. Hexagon AB is rolling out 120 automated road trains at Mineral Resources’ (MinRes) Onslow...

CPB Contractors

Authorities investigate critical workplace accident

A health and safety regulator is examining what caused an employee to suffer severe injuries. Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) recently launched an investigation into a worker who was...