Portwest Mining Protective Wear Booklet

MINING INDUSTRY HAZARDS

PREVENTION

UV EXPOSURE

In open-pit mines, workers are regularly exposed to high levels of UV rays, which can result in skin and eye damage over time. The effects of overexposure to UV rays can be severe and can cause a range of health problems,

UV

UV Protection Pg 30

Head Protection Pg79

Eye Protection Pg79

PREVENTION

Mining workers operating heavy machinery are at risk of experiencing Whole Body Vibration (WBV), which can cause musculoskeletal disorders and vision impairment. VIBRATION

Hand Protection Pg71

Foot Protection Pg74

HAZARD ​

MECHANICAL

PREVENTION

The use or maintenance of machinery and equipment has the potential to cause entrapment or dismemberment.

Foot Protection Pg74

PPE

Pg78

Well Fitting/Improved Fit Well Fitting Workwear Pg16

Hand Protection Pg70

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