Training & Resources

The BC Stone, Sand, and Gravel AssociationA key goal of the BC Stone Sand and Gravel Association is to promote safety and training within the industry. The manager of each mine is responsible for ensuring appropriate training for all staff and documenting that training. In this section, we provide pathways to general safety and training information.
Safety professionals say ‘If it isn’t written down, it didn’t happen.’ Remember to document your training regularly. The manager of each mine is responsible for ensuring appropriate training for all staff, and documenting that training.
Some of the training materials referenced below are from other jurisdictions, and are intended for general education only.
Recommendations may not be appropriate for your mine site, and legal references may not be applicable. Check with your mine manager and region for specific safety recommendations for your site.

General

US Mine Safety and Health Administration Video Index – Click here.

Operator Seating Position and Stretching Exercises
Worksafe BC: Seat Position Video – Click here to watch. –Click here. Seat position/ Excersises for Machine Operator Video (By Scania Group)
Wheel Loaders, Excavators, Equipment
US Mine Safety and Health Administration Video Index – Click here. Detailed Walk Around Video (City of Hamilton) Click Here to watch Working around equipment Video (Alberta Construction Safety Association) Click Here  
Plant & Conveyors

Work safe BC: Lockout Video – Click here.

Excavation & Trench Safety
Excavation and Trenching Safety Video (OSHA Harwood)  Click here. Trenching Safety from NAHBTV) Click here. Worksafe B: Excavations VideoClick here.
Environmental - Personal Hazards

Worksafe BC: Silica Exposure Video – Click here.

Additional Information (PDF)

Inspection Quick Check List – Quarry Click here.

Sample Safety Meeting Minutes Click here.

 

 

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