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CORESafety TV: August 2017

Welcome to CORESafety TV – August 2017. This month, CORESafety TV is recognizing Dyno Nobel, Inc. – the latest company to receive independent CORESafety certification.

CORESafety TV: July 2017

Welcome to the first edition of CORESafety TV News Update – the new monthly online mining safety and health program from the National Mining Association. Each month, we’ll feature informational stories, interviews, tips and graphs that mining companies will find both useful and interesting. 

Video: CORESafety Modules 1-20

CORESafety is based on 20 modules and timelines developed by mine safety professionals specifically for U.S. mining.Our goal is to achieve zero fatalities and a 50 percent reduction in the rate of injuries within five years (0:50:5). This video provides a quick look at each of the 20 CORESafety modules.

Newmont Mining Receives Top Mining Industry Safety Certification

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Mining Association (NMA) today recognized Newmont Mining Corporation for receiving independent certification under its CORESafety® system. “We congratulate Newmont on this noteworthy achievement and want to recognize and thank Gary Goldberg for his role in the development of CORESafety,” said Hal Quinn, president and CEO of NMA. “The company has been an […]

Video: Introduction to Module 19 – Engineering and Construction

When new construction or changes to existing structures are taking place, it’s common for people involved with the process to experience new hazards or risks not previously known to the original designers. That’s why it’s important to incorporate your safety and health management system standards from the very beginning of any engineering or construction project. […]

Video: Introduction to Module 18 – Documentation and Information Management

How adept is your mining company at documenting and managing information related to safety and health matters? It’s important to establish and maintain appropriate safety and health management records. These records are usually designated by senior management and generally include: Safety and Health Policy Objectives Responsibilities Audit Investigations Management Reviews

Video: Introduction to Module 17 – Assurance

It is vital to periodically assess that your safety and health management system (SHMS) is being implemented properly and is conforming to all expectations. But beyond that, it is equally important to assure internal and external stakeholders that an adequate structure is in place to analyze the fitness and effectiveness of your SHMS. Senior management […]