The Annual MVSSA Presidential Banquet was held on 10 November 2018. Congratulations to our Award Winners in their respective categories. A Special Thank You goes to our generous Sponsors who made this prestigious event possible: MVSSA Branches, Afrox, AMS Haden, … Continued
MEC Supplementary Exam – Re-Write for Paper 3 and Paper 5. Please note information from Minerals Council regarding MEC Supplementary Exam – Re-Write for Paper 3 and Paper 5. Paper 3 will be written on 13 February 2019 Paper 5 will be written on 14 February 2019 Please contact Colin Anderson at Minerals Council canderson@mincosa.org.za
JOHANNESBURG – This month’s launch of the world’s first fuel cell double-decker bus is the latest example of platinum helping to power the world’s new clean air revolution. Read more
23rd November 2018 Safely operating a mine is a fundamental principle, where all procedures and code of practices should be carefully adhered to, with ventilation flow and the positioning of refuge bays and early detection and monitoring systems being carefully considered, … Continued
As customary, the third quarter’s issue is dedicated to matters relating to the AGM, which, for the first time, was held as part of the annual conference. Both events were very well attended by members and sympathisers, supported by our faithful and steadfast family of sponsors, and well organised by the public relations team, council, … Continued
Just a reminder to save the date for our Annual MVS Western Branch Golf day!
In his opening speech at the Mine Health and Safety Summit Minister Mantashe urged delegates to improve on health and safety. Minister Mantashe took time to go around and meet all the exhibitors. In his opening speech at the Summit he … Continued
Colleagues, committee members and friends. I would like to take this opportunity thank the committee for re-electing me as branch chairperson 2018/2019. I think we as committee had a very successful 2018 with a quick reflection the standout, is winning … Continued
JOHANNESBURG – It is estimated that more than one-million former mineworkers, who are in need of medical assessments and treatments, are without access to health services, Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi told delegates at the Mine Health and Safety Summit, … Continued
The mining industry is continually striving to increase productivity and profitability. What is often overlooked is that the ventilation discipline plays a major role in achieving these goals. Good ventilation engineering design and optimization means good working place conditions which … Continued