The challenges for any community that seeks to maintain a healthy and thriving social life
around an operating mine have been considered at some length in research, but the picture …

Minerals are essential for human welfare. However, their extraction is associated with both
opportunities and challenges. Historical concerns around work conditions and the …

The world's metal mining industry faces a number of challenges which must be anticipated
and managed wisely. The prevailing recession will force the industry to further …

The mining industry has experienced important improvements with regard to its safety record
and work environment. But there is still room for further improvement and the mining industry …

The present workforce in the mining industry is ageing, and mining companies have
difficulties recruiting young people who are not particularly interested in working in the …

This article seeks to identify performance-enhancing strategies that could be used to
improve and optimise human–technology collaboration in rock drilling 'activity'in deep …

Autonomous and smart mines are predicted to become more prevalent. Automation has
undeniable benefits in the mining industry, especially in terms of safety. However …

Future efficient mining operations will be dependent upon a highly competent and well
motivated work force, on all levels. The mining companies will have to recruit their personnel …

Due to digitalization and disruptive technologies, the business landscape has changed. The
change will influence the nature of work across all industries. The South African mining …

Planning is one of the fundamental tasks for surface mine projects, and it can play a critical
role in the success and results obtained after the development and operationalization of the …