The mining industry has historically faced a tension between the immediate need for highly specialized technical expertise and the long-term goal of fostering socio-economic growth within host communities. In the modern era, “local content” is no longer just a regulatory ...

The Westray Mine Disaster is often remembered as a tragic moment in Canadian mining history. But for those of us working in mining, engineering, and high-risk industries, Westray is not just history. It is a warning that remains painfully relevant ...

Critical Risk Management is a proven method for preventing serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs).   While most organization’s have effective procedures in place for controlling minor hazards and injuries, they often lack a dedicated SIF prevention program.  Critical Risk Management plugs ...

In highly jointed rock masses, block failure isn’t random – it’s structurally controlled. Traditional analysis methods just don’t cut it anymore. Meet RocSlope3, Rocscience’s powerful 3D block stability software that assesses the factors of safety for thousands of blocks simultaneously, revealing exactly which ones ...

The mining industry relies heavily on durable infrastructure, including roads, processing facilities, and structural foundations, to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous operations. High-quality concrete is critical for these projects, but producing it on-site presents unique challenges due to the remote ...