WOMEN IN MINING •
Women on mining sites have become a common sight .
each worker , regardless of gender , to ensure that all PPE is in a good condition , fit for purpose and well maintained to ensure their own safety .
The working environment has also been adapted to cater for pregnant employees , moving them away from hazardous sites or operating heavy machinery that requires hard physical or manual labour , and assigning the employee to other tasks until they go on maternity leave .
Massive strides have been made in the last two decades to accommodate and include female workers into the mining environment . The mining sector is set to address some of the remaining issues and continue to be guided by organisations such as Woman in Mining ( WiM ) to ensure better working conditions for all employees . •
About the Author Dr Nicolaas Steenkamp has almost two decades postqualification experience in the geological , geotechnical and industry . He has been involved in a variety of consultation activities ranging from exploration , geochemistry , geological and geotechnical investigations , desktop and market studies , country reviews , due diligence , EPCM contract management and related feasibility studies . www . bowlineps . co . za .
Women in mining are employed in a number of important roles across the mining supply chain .
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