Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Policy
- Comply with all applicable legal requirements and other commitments to which we subscribe, as a minimum standard;
- Implement and maintain Integrated Management System (IMS) and Technical Standards to mitigate the risk of harm or loss to people and property;
- Identify health and safety hazards, risks and opportunities for improvement to set challenging standards that are consistent with the values and expectations of employees and the broader community;
- Adhere to QDPL Safety Principles, which includes health and safety leadership in all our people;
- Integrate health and safety into all aspects of the company’s activities, including exploration, project development, mine operation, mine expansion, acquisitions, divestments and closures;
- Deliver on measurable objectives and targets that will drive the continuous improvement necessary to pursue an injury and illness free workplace;
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Select appropriately qualified and competent people, provide training and set standards to enable employees, contractors and suppliers to work in a safe and responsible manner and to ensure they are able to manage their activities in accordance with this policy;
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Foster recognition of safe behaviour and hold workers accountable for at-risk behaviour;
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Ensure the open reporting of all health and safety accidents/incidents with the intention of implementing controls to eliminate re-occurrence;
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Conduct regular inspection, audit and assessment programs and embrace recommendations for improvement with prompt decision making and follow up actions;
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Demonstrate commitment to positive behaviour in pursuit of superior health, safety and loss prevention performance;
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Consult employees and stakeholders on aspirations and concerns for health and safety during the development, operation and closure of mining operations and facilities.