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The EMESRT Advisory Group is pleased to announce the launch of its Mobile Equipment Fire Management Knowledge Hub. Despite ongoing improvements, hazards still create exposure for mobile equipment fires in both surface and underground mining if not well controlled through

AngloGold Ashanti is an independent, global gold mining company with a diverse, high-quality portfolio of operations, projects and exploration activities across nine countries on four continents. Headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, with operations in Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Ghana, Guinea, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of

The EMESRT Advisory Group welcomes new member Vale. Vale is one of the world’s largest producers of high-quality and low-carbon nickel products and an important producer of copper and responsibly sourced cobalt. With headquarters in Toronto, Canada, and operations in Newfoundland and

The EMESRT 2021 Activity Report has been published. The Report provides a summary of the work on the planned industry project objectives and outcomes. It provides readers with highlights from 2021, focus area milestones, next steps and information about how

EMESRT has been granted Category C liaison status with ISO/TC 127/SC 2/JWG 28 Collision Warning and Avoidance. Although not eligible to vote, the Group will be able to provide a path for the broader industry to collate and provide relevant industry developed information to

Despite ongoing improvements, hazards still create exposure for mobile equipment fires in both surface and underground mining if not well controlled through adequate designs and management practices.  Following an extensive industry consultative process, involving mining company representatives, original equipment manufacturers, regulators, fire detection and suppression

The recently published EMESRT 2020 Activity Report is now available. The report provides a summary of the work on planned industry project objectives and outcomes. Amongst other information, the report contains updates, milestones and next steps on the EMESRT four

The EMESRT Advisory Group (EAG) is pleased to announce the launch of its Vehicle Interaction Knowledge Hub.   Each year, transport and mobile equipment accidents cause between 30-40% of industry fatalities, and of these, half involve pedestrians. Mining companies, leading

Today, the EMESRT Advisory Group launched its new website.  The new site provides visitors with a user-friendly experience with improved navigation and functionality, fully searchable site that features a clean uncluttered design. “The original site, launched in 2008 served its

Fires on mobile equipment can result in fatalities and be potentially catastrophic if they occur in underground operations. They also damage equipment and cause production losses. Similarly, personnel working with tyres are up to 10 times more likely to be