The Potosi mine in Bolivia is one of the world's most dangerous, here Australian Mining takes you through a pictorial tour of the operation.
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Historical mass burial ground uncovered in Bolivian mining town
A historical mass grave of hundreds of former miners have been found in the Bolivian mining town of Potosi.
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Driller left wheelchair-bound by incorrect drilling techniques
Ineffective risk management programs have been blamed for a drill rig accident which left a 26-year old man with permanent spinal injuries.
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Chinese coal miners see hard year
More than two thirds of Chinese coal mining companies are operating at a loss, according to the China Coal Industry Association.
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Environmentalists have a right to protest – but not at all costs
How far is too far when it comes to environmental protests and activism?
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What should we do with Australia’s 50,000 abandoned mines?
Corinne Unger examines the state of Australia's abandoned mines, who is responsible for their rehabilitation, and how they can become useful again.
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Contractor charged over death at FMG’s Christmas Creek mine
The employee of a worker killed at Fortescue Metals Group’s Christmas Creek operation in August last year has been charged for failing to provide a safe working environment.
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QME 2014 Preview: Vacuum toilet systems
Vacuum Toilets Australia, will display their award-winning JETS Vacuum Toilet System at QME this week.
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Defeating dust on site
New surface control products are helping miners to combat dusty conditions on site.
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Virtual reality a training tool for mine site workers
Curtin University is using a new pair of virtual reality headsets to change the way mine workers are trained.
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Tasmanian mine safety inspectors overworked
The results of an audit into the Tasmanian Mine Inspectorate are expected to show under-resourcing has compromised the effectiveness of inspectors.
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Six ways to have a safety chat without looking like a pompous arse [blog]
As the industry continues to suffer from a series of safety incidents The Mining Man Jamie Ross explains how you can address the issue on site.
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Shipping injuries amid increasing pressure at Port Hedland
A South Korean bulk carrier ship has caught fire, injuring several workers at Port Hedland.
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QME 2014 Preview: Lock bolt systems launched
Stanley Engineered Fastening have announced the Infalok lock bolt system will be on display for the first time in Australia, at QME on stand F257
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QME 2014 Preview: Tyco Fire and Security brands join for integrated site safety
Tyco Fire and Security brands Wormald and ADT Security will joint to exhibit and educate on mining fire safety and security at QME.
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Contractors charged over FMG Port Hedland accident
The Department of Mines and Petroleum in Western Australia have brought charges against two companies in relation to an accident that occurred in 2011.
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Banning alcohol at mine site camps: What the punters think
Rio Tinto’s decision to ban alcohol at its Argyle mine site has divided opinion on social media.We sort through what people see as the pros and cons of a booze ban.
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Environmental report says Kakadu safe from Ranger uranium spill
An interim report states there was no adverse environmental impact on human health or Kakadu National Park caused by the leach tank failure in December.
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Mt Lyell’s future to be revealed today.
Workers stood down from the Mt Lyell Mine after a series of fatal accidents will today find out if they may return to work.
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A heated issue: Vehicle fire suppression systems
New technology is taking the heat out of fire suppression.
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