Safety

The health and safety of our workforce remains the Company’s most important priority.  Our approach to health and safety is based on the principle of recording zero harm for our employees, and we implement a policy that is consistent with leading global standards:
  • We provide adequate control of health and safety risks and regular monitoring to assess the appropriateness of these risks over time
  • We provide appropriate training, equipment and maintenance to prevent accidents
  • We consult with employees at all levels to ensure that their instruction, supervision and levels of competency are appropriate to their position
  • We review and report on health and safety at our operations as part of internal management practice and external communications
  • The Sierra Rutile mine site has a fully staffed and equipped hospital which is funded by the Company and provides free healthcare for employees and their dependents
During 2009, the Company achieved its target of no fatalities, and reduced lost time injuries by 17% as compared to the previous reporting period.  While the reduction in lost time injuries represents an improved performance for SRL, lost time injuries did not fall in line with the Company’s targeted 25% reduction

 

 

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