When MMG’s Rosebery operation in Tasmania rolled out a fatigue detection system for its underground truck fleet, it wasn’t just about plugging in hardware — it was about rewiring the mindset of a seasoned workforce.
A string of recent dangerous incidents across New South Wales mine sites has prompted the state’s Resources Regulator to renew calls for stricter controls and improved situational awareness in vehicle operations, following the release of its latest Weekly Incident Summary for the week ending 23 May 2025.
In the high-stakes world of underground mining, where rotating drill steels and mobile equipment operate in confined, often unpredictable environments, safety remains paramount.
