Mining & Resources
High Stakes. Higher Standards. Zero Compromise.
The mining and resources sector operates under some of Australia's most stringent safety regulations. With life-threatening hazards present daily, having robust WHS documentation is not optional — it's essential. SHEQDocX provides mining operators and contractors with the documentation framework to manage risk and achieve compliance.
Key Hazards
Common Risks in Mining & Resources
Ground instability, pit wall failures and underground collapses
Explosives handling and blasting operations
Fatigue-related incidents from extended rosters and FIFO operations
High-energy plant and vehicle interactions (light vehicle vs. haul truck)
Dust exposure including silica, coal and other respirable dusts
Electrical hazards from high-voltage equipment
Hazardous gas accumulation in underground workings
Compliance
Relevant Laws & Regulations
All SHEQDocX documents are developed in line with the Model WHS Act and applicable Australian legislative frameworks — suitable for use across all states and territories.
- Work Health and Safety Act (Model Act — adopted across NSW, QLD, SA, TAS, ACT, NT, WA, VIC*)
- State/Territory-specific Mining Safety Acts (e.g. WA: Mines Safety and Inspection Act 1994; QLD: Coal Mining Safety and Health Act 1999)
- Resources Safety & Health Queensland / Resources Safety Division WA
- Petroleum and Geothermal Energy Resources regulations (state/territory specific)
- Fatigue Management Guidelines for Mining Operations
* Victoria operates under the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2004 (Vic), which has equivalent provisions to the Model WHS Act.
Documents
What We Provide
Our library includes a wide range of documents specifically tailored to the mining & resources sector.
- Mining Safety Management Plans
- SWMS for Mining and Extraction Activities
- Fatigue Risk Management Plans
- Confined Space Entry Permits
- Ground Control Management Plans
- Explosives Handling Procedures
- Pre-Start Inspection Checklists for Mining Plant
- Emergency Response and Evacuation Plans
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