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Yosoon Choi - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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review of wearable device technology and its applications to the Mining Industry
Energies, 2018Co-Authors: Mokhinabonu Mardonova, Yosoon ChoiAbstract:This paper reviews current trends in wearable device technology, and provides an overview of its prevalent and potential deployments in the Mining Industry. This review includes the classification of wearable devices with some examples of their utilization in various industrial fields as well as the features of sensors used in wearable devices. Existing applications of wearable device technology to the Mining Industry are reviewed. In addition, a wearable safety management system for miners and other possible applications are proposed. The findings of this review show that by introducing wearable device technology to Mining sites, the safety of Mining operations can be enhanced. Therefore, wearable devices should be further used in the Mining Industry.
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reviews of unmanned aerial vehicle drone technology trends and its applications in the Mining Industry
Geosystem Engineering, 2016Co-Authors: Sungjae Lee, Yosoon ChoiAbstract:AbstractIn this study, the trend of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology and its applications in the Mining Industry were reviewed. To understand the trend of the UAV technology, the definition and classification of the UAVs, their major applications in each field, the characteristics of the sensors of the UAV were investigated. Some examples that used the UAV technology for planning, work management, facility management, safety management, and other works in the Mining Industry were reviewed. By introducing the UAV technology in the Mining site, it is expected that the work efficiency related to Mining operations would be increased. Therefore, the application of the UAV technology in the Mining Industry would be expanded further.
David Rees - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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occupational lung disease in the south african Mining Industry research and policy implementation
Journal of Public Health Policy, 2011Co-Authors: Tony Davies, David Rees, Jill MurrayAbstract:South African miners face an epidemic of occupational lung diseases. Despite a plethora of research on the Mining Industry, and the gold Mining Industry in particular, research impact (including disease surveillance) on policy implementation and occupational health systems performance lags. We describe the gold Mining environment, and research on silicosis, tuberculosis, HIV and AIDS, and compensation for occupational disease including initiatives to influence policy and thus reduce dust levels and disease. As these have been largely unsuccessful, we identify possible impediments, some common to other low- and middle-income countries, to the translation of research findings and policy initiatives into effective interventions.
Heledd Mair Jenkins - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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corporate social responsibility in the Mining Industry exploring trends in social and environmental disclosure
Journal of Cleaner Production, 2006Co-Authors: Heledd Mair Jenkins, Natalia YakovlevaAbstract:Abstract In recent years, concerns about the sustainability and social responsibility (CSR) of businesses have become an increasingly high profile issue in many countries and industries, none more so than the Mining Industry. For Mining, one outcome of the CSR agenda is the increasing need for individual companies to justify their existence and document their performance through the disclosure of social and environmental information. This paper explores recent trends in the reporting of such impacts and issues in the global Mining Industry. It offers a detailed review of the development of the media of social and environmental disclosure in the Mining Industry, and of the factors that drive the development of such disclosure. A temporal analysis of the recent trends in disclosure using a case study of the world's 10 largest Mining companies is presented. Whilst there is evidence of increasing sophistication in the development of social and environmental disclosure, there is considerable variation in the maturity of reporting content and styles of these companies. The paper offers a simple classification of reporting companies, from ‘leaders’ to ‘laggards’. Stronger leadership and co-operation from the top reporting companies is necessary to support the laggards of the Industry.
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corporate social responsibility and the Mining Industry conflicts and constructs
Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, 2004Co-Authors: Heledd Mair JenkinsAbstract:In response to widespread and increasing criticism, the Mining Industry has started to pay serious attention to its environmental and social impacts. This has recently manifested itself in the formulation of corporate social responsibility (CSR) policies and strategies and a proliferation of CSR, environmental, sustainability and community reporting. Several brief case studies are used to illustrate the issues and conflicts that arise between Mining company operations and the environment and community, and how these have led to the development of corporate strategies to deal with environment and community issues. The paper then examines Mining company reports, revealing the language and constructs used by the Mining Industry to frame its responsibility to the environment and community and role in possible conflicts. Companies need to better understand the complex nature of the communities in which they operate in order that suitably tailored strategies are developed. Copyright © 2004 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd and ERP Environment.
Deanna Kemp - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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Establishing the foundations for effective social performance in the global Mining Industry
2019Co-Authors: Deanna Kemp, John R. OwenAbstract:In a context where Mining companies may be looking to build, or rebuild, their communities and social performance capability after a period of cutbacks in this area, it is important to ensure that the resources devoted to the task are well spent. This paper sets out the factors that companies need to consider if they are to establish, and maintain, the foundations for effective social performance. This paper can be read in conjunction with: Social performance gaps in the global Mining Industry: A position paper for executives. Centre for Social Responsibility in Mining, Sustainable Minerals Institute, The University of Queensland: Brisbane. Available at: https://www.csrm.uq.edu.au/publications/social-performance-gaps-in-the-global-Mining-Industry-a-position-paper-for-executives
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Social management capability, human migration and the global Mining Industry
Resources Policy, 2017Co-Authors: John R. Owen, Deanna KempAbstract:This article examines the social management capability (SMC) of the global Mining Industry to identify, understand and manage complex social and environmental issues, such as human migration. Our contribution is based on the analysis and interpretation of two sets of qualitative data: (i) existing literature on SMCs and its relevance to demographic pressures in Mining, and (ii) a series of Industry-commissioned “deep dives” exploring high profile legacy cases. These sources provide a coherent picture of how the Mining Industry has positioned itself in responding to contentious social and environmental challenges. Our findings suggest that, considering the dynamic nature of human migration issues like in-migration and resettlement, the Industry does not have sufficiently robust SMCs. The absence of these SMCs has resulted in ad-hoc strategies for managing high risk, high cost issues. In concluding, we argue that a major step change is needed within the Industry in terms of developing and then rapidly advancing its SMCs.
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community relations in the global Mining Industry exploring the internal dimensions of externally orientated work
Corporate Social Responsibility and Environmental Management, 2010Co-Authors: Deanna KempAbstract:This article focuses on community relations in the Mining Industry, within the context of sustainable development, social responsibility and stakeholder engagement. Community relations is conceptualized as a three-dimensional practice that involves: working for the company to understand local community perspectives; bridging community and company perspectives to generate dialogue and mutual understanding and; facilitating necessary organizational change to improve social performance. Key challenges of institutionalizing and professionalizing community relations within the Mining Industry are discussed. The article argues that at a conceptual level, community relations should be de-linked from public relations if it is to gain strength as a professional domain of work. Copyright © 2009 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd and ERP Environment.
Justyna Woźniak - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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environmental reporting policy of the Mining Industry leaders in poland
Resources Policy, 2017Co-Authors: Katarzyna Pactwa, Justyna WoźniakAbstract:• Mining Industry leaders in Poland are working towards the principles of sustainable development (environmental).
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environmental reporting policy of the Mining Industry leaders in poland
Resources Policy, 2017Co-Authors: Katarzyna Pactwa, Justyna WoźniakAbstract:•Mining Industry leaders in Poland are working towards the principles of sustainable development (environmental).•Polish Mining companies are reporting in line with the guidelines non-financial data.•Large Mining companies care about its image as a business friendly environment and society.•Mining fee supplies local budgets supporting investment in environmental protection indirectly.
