Mining Safety Equipment: Products that Minimise Accident Risks in Mining Operations

14 Feb 2024

In the high-risk world of mining operations, safety is more than a priority – it's a non-negotiable. The stakes are high, and so is the potential for accidents. That's where cutting-edge safety products are reshaping the landscape, ensuring workers return home safe and sound after every shift.

From advanced storage systems that keep dangerous goods safe and secure to innovative equipment designed to withstand the toughest conditions, exciting developments in safety products are reshaping safety standards across the industry.

Leaders in mining safety equipment and protective technology for the mining industry, Backsafe Australia are the trusted team for safety solutions you can rely on. Our WA-based team is here with thousands of mine-spec products – in stock and ready to order – and all the equipment sourcing and custom-build capabilities you need to keep your people safe and your operations optimised.

In this article, we explore the critical importance of safety in mining and explore 5 game-changing products that are redefining on-site safety and delivering new levels of confidence for mining workers.

The Current State of Safety in the Mining Industry

Over the past decade, the mining industry has made significant improvements in health and safety, resulting in fewer fatalities and serious injuries. However, the mining industry still has one of the highest accident and fatality rates.

Despite being a major goal for any industry, achieving zero harm is much more difficult in mining due to the inherent risks mining employees face when working on remote sites.

For workers in mining operations, the main dangers include:

BODY STRESSING, MANUAL HANDLING AND MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS
SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS
BEING HIT BY MOVING OBJECTS OR MACHINERY
WORKING WITH HIGH-RISK PLANT OR MINING EQUIPMENT

You can learn more about safety in underground mining in our comprehensive guide, The Superintendent’s Guide to Ensuring Safety in Mining Operations.

5 Proven Products for Minimising Mining Accidents

To help you improve your safety practices, here are 5 of the latest mining safety products that are playing a pivotal role in minimising risks in mining operations right across Australia.

1. THE LEMUR: MOBILE BARRIER SAFETY STAND

The Lemur: Mobile Barrier Stand for Retractable Tape Reels

Lift your safety game wherever your team’s using heavy equipment or working around a moving plant. Create safety areas, pedestrian safety paths and exclusion zones in minutes. No tools or installation required; just wheel out The Lemur, reel out your safety tape and relax.

Designed and manufactured to perform in harsh weather environments, the Lemur will stand up (pun intended) to wild weather and heavy handling. It holds heavy-duty safety tape reels with ease, saving you the installation time, money and the hassle of fixed reels.

Features:

Robust. Heavy-duty steel construction.
Hi-vis. Powder-coated finish in safety yellow.
Stable. Solid base plate prevents toppling. Holds the tension of the Safety Tape Reel with ease.
Quick. Wheel out and deploy in minutes. No installation required.
Ergonomic. 1090mm handle height and 200mmØ wheels for easy transport.
Versatile. Create zones of any size. Easily daisy chain them together to cordon off wider areas.

As flexible as it is feature-packed, the Lemur can be supplied with or without the Retractable Safety Tape Reel and comes with full safety instructions.

2. RETRACTABLE SAFETY TAPE REEL

The Retractable Safety Tape Reel is a go-to, Australian-made solution for creating safety boundaries, barriers or exclusion zones to keep people safe. It’s lightweight and portable and helps reduce plastic waste (goodbye disposable barrier tape).

Features:

Durable. Woven nylon webbing and non-rust, UV-resistant polypropylene case.
Tidy. Fully enclosed tape and reel mechanism.
Safe. Comes with a stainless-steel safety catch.
Ready-to-go. Mounting bracket and carry handle included.
Reusable. No more single-use barrier tape.

The Retractable Safety Tape Reel is supplied on its own, with the option of teaming it with The Lemur: Mobile Barrier Stand for Retractable Tape Reels to create the ultimate safety combo.

3. ANTI-SLIP AND ANTI-FATIGUE MATTING

More than simply adding a layer of comfort to your workplace, our matting range reduces fatigue and helps prevent any slips, strains and injuries. In other words, it improves productivity, as well as safety.

It works wonders in a variety of settings, from warehouses to workshops. What’s more, you can choose from standard or custom sizing.

4. DUMPMASTER BIN TIPPER

The Dumpmaster Bin Tipper empties any bin at any height, quickly and safely, with an electro-hydraulic mechanism that can lift up to 250kg. Designed and manufactured in New Zealand to meet international quality and safety standards, it’s the safest, most reliable bin tipper around.

Features:

Robust. Steel construction with galvanised frame, cradle and finish.
Smooth. Unique, geometric tipping action lifts and gently rolls the bin.
Compact. Less than a square metre of floor space required, regardless of tipping height.
Weather-proof. Zinc-plated guarding and weather-tight control panel.
Safe. Full cage guard with interlocked safety door.
Convenient. Onboard digital float charger (2 x 12V 21Ah deep-cycle sealed gel batteries).
Manoeuvrable. Industrial 100mmØ castors, rear braked, or optional bolt-down lugs.
Powerful. Reliable electro-hydraulic mechanism.
Compliant. Complies with ISO 12100, AS/NZS4024 and CE.

We have a range of modifications to choose from.

5. THE BOA BRACKET

Boa Bracket - Use them to create safety and exclusion zones quickly and easily

Got existing safety bollards? The Boa Bracket enables you to use them to create safety and exclusion zones quickly and easily. No complicated installation. Simply attach the bracket, bolt on a Retractable Safety Tape Reel and you’re good to go.

Features:

Robust. Heavy-duty steel construction. Harsh-weather proof.
Sturdy. Safety tape and bollard are securely bolted together.
Easy. Quick to deploy. Easy to bolt on/off as required.
Versatile. Create zones of any size using existing bollards. Easily daisy chain them together to cordon off wider areas.
Hi-vis. Powder-coated finish in safety yellow.
Smart. Available to suit various bollard sizes.
Functional. Can be supplied with or without the Retractable Safety Tape Reel.

The Backsafe Difference

Leaders in mining safety equipment for leading mining companies in the mining industry, Backsafe Australia s the trusted team for safety solutions you can rely on.

We take the time to understand your mine site or workshop, then openly and honestly recommend the best option, even if that means referring you elsewhere. Why? Because we’re here to equip and empower you for the long haul, not just to make a quick buck.

Check out our vast range of workplace safety and security products and equipment. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Talk to our team – we’ll source, modify or custom build what you need.

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