safety
Evaluating mine safety post-COVID
Anderson Columbia’s Ronaldo Dos Santos discusses the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on mine safety and how industry companies – including his – are reinvigorating their programs with fresh approaches to training, modern technology and new strategies. Keep Reading
Episode 34: Featuring Luck Companies president Richard Luck
On this episode, Richard Luck, who was named president of Luck Companies in November, discusses a variety of topics pertaining to his company. Keep Reading
Mining fatalities up to start 2025
Five miners died in January accidents according to reports available on the Mine Safety & Health Administration’s website. Keep Reading
Episode 32: MSHA chief talks mine safety
Chris Williamson, assistant secretary of the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) joins the show as a special guest to look back on his two and a half years heading the agency that develops and enforces safety and health rules for all U.S. mines. Keep Reading
How to prevent slip, trip and fall events
With some foresight in assessing risk and taking appropriate actions, P&Q contributor Steve Fuller says slip, trip and fall events can be eliminated. Keep Reading
Raising the bar on guardrails, machine guarding
Guardrails and machine guarding are fundamental safeguards within the aggregate industry, yet they are frequently cited standards during inspections. Keep Reading
Flexco introduces belt support bar
The company says its new belt support system tool provides relief for heavy-duty belt conveyor systems. Keep Reading
A look back and what’s ahead for MSHA
The return of President Donald Trump to the White House in January should bring significant changes to the Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA). Keep Reading
Safety hazards to watch for during seasonal maintenance
A slew of new hazards arises when disassembling, repairing, inspecting and maintaining equipment. Steve Fuller discusses in his first ‘Going Home Safely, Every Day’ column. Keep Reading
