Dictionary.com defines “compliance” as: the act of conforming, acquiescing or yielding. a tendency to yield readily to others, especially in a weak and subservient way. conformity; accordance: in compliance with orders. cooperation or obedience: Compliance with the law is expected of all. The applicable definitions of “safety” are: the state of being safe; freedom from the occurrence or risk of injury, danger. the…
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Safety, Productivity Fuel Growth in Vehicle-Related Technology
Mining companies across North America will focus their investments on a range of vehicle-related technologies over the next two years, according to Timetric’s Mining Intelligence Center (MIC).
Read MoreRocket Science – Made Simple
By Randy K. Logsdon Sometimes, when stumped by a problem, it pays to take a few moments, step back and refocus on the basics. If that problem is determining an effective injury reduction strategy, the approach to a solution may be shrouded by the complexity of an array of contributing causes – so-called root causes and other analyses.
Read MoreChasing The Elusive ‘Zero Incidents’
A Study Of OMG Midwest Employees Shows They Prefer Face-To-Face Communication and Safety Training Where Small Group Discussion Can Take Place. By Joe McGuire
Read MoreThe Six Sides of the Box
Last year, this column featured a six-part series focused on expanding our approach to safety beyond the six sides of a proverbial box. This is a recap of those six articles. – Ed Most can agree that the typical box is made up of six panels – top, bottom and four sides. That same structure can be applied to the…
Read MoreSafety is a Local Thing
By Randy K Logsdon The former Speaker of the House of Representatives Tip O’Neil was a colorful character. Despite being on opposite sides of the political pond, he and then President Ronald Reagan became good friends and enjoyed sharing Irish jokes.
Read MoreMost Frequently Cited Standards
In an effort to assist mining operations with compliance efforts, MSHA provides a list of the “Most Frequently Cited Standards” by mine type. Following you will find the five most frequently written citations for stone producers, including the number of citations written thus far in 2014.
Read MoreBuilding a World Class Company
IS YOUR COMPANY REALLY WORLD CLASS? IT ALL DEPENDS ON HOW YOU DEFINE IT. By Steve Schumacher In my years of working with companies, I have yet to find one that did not want to become “world class.” Some think they are, and others say it’s all about the journey with world class being unachievable. Executives are pretty much in…
Read MoreMcLanahan Reaches Safety Milestone
McLanahan Corp. believes that safety is not just a set of rules and regulations to be followed, but is a promise that the corporation makes to its employees. Holding safety as a core value to the business made McLanahan’s management and employees alike proud when on July 3, 2014, the company achieved one million man hours without a lost work time…
Read MoreNavman Wireless Adds eLogs; DVIR Forms to Fleet Tracking System
Navman Wireless USA announced the addition of new electronic driver-log and driver-vehicle inspection reporting (DVIR) options to its OnlineAVL2 fleet tracking system for corporate fleets that must comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Association (FMCSA) regulations. Both reports can now be completed online through a link in the Navman Wireless interface or in the field on Navman Wireless’ M-Nav 800 in-cab…
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