General Meeting (Issue 32)

Members spend Friday night at Metaltec Precision International!

Almost 50 Members travelled to Cheltenham on a Friday afternoon to attend the CMPA General Meeting held at Metaltec Precision International.

Please note that copies of all of the presentations from the General Meeting are available from the CMPA Secretariat.

CMPA Update

Sarah Andrew—Project Manager
Sarah provided an outline of recent CMPA activities and an overview of the CMPA’s position on a number of important matters, particularly in relation to submissions and government direction.

Ron Kerr—Honorary CEO
Ron outlined several Management Tools that the CMPA has developed to assist Members including Medical Monitoring Templates; Dust Management Guidelines; and Selection of Face Loader

Tim Bird—Education Chairperson
Tim discussed the CMPA’s position on education and detailed the training resources the CMPA has endorsed for delivery.

This presentation included:

• Box Hill Institute of TAFE Industry Board
• Training Resources
• Crushing and Screening
• Welding Lifting Lugs
• Basic Cutting and Welding
• Service/Handover Loaders
• Working at Heights
• Work Safely (inc. Conduct Local Risk Control)

DPI Presentation

John Mitas provided an overview of recent DPI activities and an update on the review of the Extractive Industries Development Act.

Major topics included:

• Regulatory activities
• Workplan & bond activity
• Safety performance
  • Lost time injury frequency and duration rates
  • Safety statistics by sector
• Significant incidents
• Review of the Extractive Industries Development Act & regulations
• Targeted audits focusing on:
  • Tailings Storage Facilities
  • Rehabilitation
• Information, education and advice—guidelines, reports, newsletters, and seminars
• Major Investigations and Prosecutions
• National Mine Safety Framework

John noted that the DPI do not actively chase illegal pits; as such if you are aware of any please report them to the DPI.

Financial Health of Industry

Bob Beaumont, an economic consultant, presented an analysis of the financial health of the extractive industry. See Graphs

WorkSafe Presentation

Geoff Thomas provided an introduction to WorkSafe Victoria including an overview of the structure of the department.

WorkSafe Victoria are focusing on making workplaces safer and have set up a number of goals and objectives in reaching this target. Geoff’s presentation outlined the vision, goals, values and targets developed by WorkSafe as they move into their new role in the extractive industry. WorkSafe Victoria aim to proactively reduce incidents and fatalities by controlling hazards in the workplace.

Metaltec Precision International

Eric and George gave an insightful presentation covering the diverse operations of their business and then took the attendees down to the factory floor for a tour.

Metaltec Precision International also generously provided a BBQ dinner for all in attendance and we extend our sincere appreciation to them for their time and effort in preparation for this event.

Removal of Asbestos from Recycled Construction and Demolition Materials

Tony D’Abbs addressed attendees on the issue of complying with the OHS Regulations 2007 (Asbestos).

Due to the nature of the hazard and prevalence of asbestos-containing material in workplaces, regulation is crucial. Victoria has some of the strongest asbestos regulations in Australia.

The streamlining of Victoria’s OHS regulations has provided an opportunity to remove overlapping laws and reduce the administrative burden on business while generally maintaining the current provisions.

Key issues include:

• Fragmented and overlapping laws
• Licenses and unlicensed asbestos removal
• Distinction between demolition and refurbishment
• Use of recycled construction and demolition material
• Notification of asbestos removal work

For further information visit: www.worksafe.vic.gov.au or www.sustainability.vic.gov.au/infrastructure

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