Are you are a team leader working in the resources industry? You are responsible for managing important activities, while ensuring that your team implements the procedures to keep them safe and stay compliant. You are the expert in this field…
Confession
As someone who likes to go against herd mentality and challenge what we do with the goal to improve environmental performance in our industry, I admit that recently I didn’t take my own advice. In previous blogs, I’ve promoted the…
Dust – they say it’s not impacting the vegetation!
Have you heard this before? Have you been to mine sites where a layer of dust covers the vegetation alongside the road? Have you seen a busy exploration area where no dust management is in place and yet it covers…
Have you been made redundant?
About 2 years ago, I found myself voluntarily unemployed. Prior to that, I began a job that left me frustrated and not meeting my expectations. I walked away, which is unusual for me as I’m usually stubborn about these things.…
When Communities Speak
A very powerful message could not be avoided as I drove south from Geraldton. It was a message from the Greenough community to industry, the general public and government, that they do not want fracking in their jurisdiction. In fact,…
Forward Planning and Preparation for Approvals
Most of our business planning occurs on a year by year basis. However, there are aspects that require more than a years notice. This is particularly important to the Approvals process. For example, being able to demonstrate that you…
Role of the Board: Environmental Compliance
The Board has a responsibility to ensure that a compliance program is in place and operating effectively (Australian Institute of Company Directors Course, 2011). A compliance program is an essential component of the company. The program includes: Policies and procedures, which ensure…
Building a Culture of Environmental Responsibility: A Call for Leadership
The coexistence of those with environmental interests and those with mining interests is often perceived to be like “chalk and cheese.” While that may have been the case 10 years ago, it is no longer the case now. Australians naturally…
What Does Reconciliation Mean To You?
As reconciliation week draws to an end, Rachael Wedd, explores the meaning of reconciliation. Reconcile – the Collins English dictionary definition has five elements to it: to make no longer opposed; cause to aquiesce in something unpleasant; to become…
Considerations for Compliance with the National Greenhouse Emissions Reporting Act
Companies that exceed specified facility or corporate emissions thresholds are required under the National Greenhouse Emissions Reporting Act 2008 (NGER Act) to measure and report greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption/production. There are considerable penalties for the company as well as individuals (i.e.…