SAFETY FIRST TO PROTECT OUR PEOPLE AND OUR WORKPLACE
Committed to Excellence in Health and Safety Practices
COMMITTING TO HEALTH, SAFETY, AND MENTAL WELLBEING
At ConsMin, we strongly believe that robust safety practices are key to achieving strong business outcomes. We are dedicated to cultivating a culture where accidents, incidents, poor performance, and mental health challenges are proactively addressed. Safety, both physical and mental, is a personal responsibility that influences every decision and action, ensuring that the wellbeing of our people is always a top priority.
TO UPHOLD THIS COMMITMENT, WE WILL:
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Provide visible, passionate, and effective health and safety leadership to enhance our safety culture and engage everyone at every level.
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Establish and maintain a robust health and safety management system, focusing on eliminating hazards and reducing risks.
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Meet all relevant legislative and industry health and safety standards as a baseline for our performance.
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Ensure our people and contractors are fully informed, trained, and supervised, so they are aware of their responsibilities and competent in their roles.
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Promote open communication and consultation, encouraging everyone to contribute to improving health and safety.
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Acknowledge and reward strong health and safety practices, while applying disciplinary measures for deliberate breaches.
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Regularly measure, report, and benchmark our health and safety performance against industry best practices.
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Conduct audits and reviews of our health and safety systems to ensure ongoing effectiveness.
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Develop and review annual plans with clear, measurable objectives to drive continuous improvement in our performance.
MENTAL HEALTH MATTERS
At ConsMin, we’ve developed the "Mining Minds Matter, Working Away Not Alone" mental health programme to prioritise the wellbeing of our people. This initiative is aimed at breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and ensuring we allocate the necessary resources to effectively support the mental wellbeing of our workforce.
To provide immediate assistance in times of need, we have appointed Mental Health First Aid Officers across the workplace. These trained individuals are equipped to respond to mental health issues or crises with care and professionalism, ensuring appropriate support is provided until medical assistance is available or the situation stabilises. Additionally, all members of the ConsMin leadership team have undergone Mental Health First Aid training, reinforcing our commitment to fostering a mentally healthy environment at every level.
Our Mining Minds Matter, Working Away Not Alone programme has earned prestigious recognition, winning Best Health and Wellbeing Programme at the 2019 DMIRS and Worksafe Work Health and Safety Excellence Awards, as well as the 27th National Safety Council of Australia Awards of Excellence. These accolades are a testament to our dedication to best practices, outstanding people, and exceptional performance in workplace health and safety.
To further underscore our commitment to mental health, we’ve recently introduced eight custom-made dump truck trays, along with dozer push-arms and a blade, all in a striking blue. Each tray proudly displays "Mining Minds Matter" on one side and "Working Away Not Alone" on the other, serving as a constant reminder to prioritise mental health and wellbeing.
The aim of these bold additions to the ConsMin fleet is to spark conversations about mental health and encourage our employees to check in with one another. We hope these visual cues inspire everyone to ask the important question: R U OK?
MENTAL HEALTH AT CONSMIN
At ConsMin, we understand that good mental health is essential to overall wellbeing. It enables individuals to cope with everyday stresses, maintain healthy relationships, and make meaningful contributions both at work and in their communities.
We are dedicated to fostering and maintaining a mentally healthy workforce. Central to this commitment is a strategic approach that prioritises destigmatising mental health challenges while investing in resources that promote and support the wellbeing of our employees.
As part of this responsibility, ConsMin has implemented a range of workplace programmes to support our team, including:
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Offering confidential support and counselling services.
Employee Grievance Procedures
Providing a clear and supportive process for addressing concerns.
Return-to-Work Plans
Helping employees transition back to work after illness or injury
Code of Conduct
Upholding the highest standards of behaviour and respect.
Onsite Medical Staff
Ensuring immediate access to healthcare when needed.
ConsMin Values
Embedding a culture of care, respect, and integrity.
At ConsMin, we value the mental health of every employee and strive to create a supportive, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
WOODIE WOODIE HEALTH AND WELLNESS PROGRAMME
At Woodie Woodie, our Health and Wellness Programme is designed to support the diverse needs and abilities of our employees, helping them to stay active, healthy, and energised. We offer a wide range of fitness classes, including:
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Yoga
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Boxing
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HIIT (High-Intensity Interval Training)
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Circuit Training
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Bootcamp
In addition to these classes, we provide tailored personal training sessions, comprehensive health assessments, customised gym programmes, expert health advice, and rehabilitation services to ensure that every employee has the support they need to reach their personal wellness goals.
Our commitment to health and wellness goes beyond physical fitness—it's about empowering our people to live healthier, happier lives.
“Safety is not an intellectual exercise to keep us in work. It is a matter of life and death. It is the sum of our contributions to safety management that determines whether the people we work with live and die.” -Walter Dill Scott
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