Why That Mindset Is Holding Your Site Back

💢 “We’ve always done it this way.”
It’s one of the most dangerous phrases in mining — and one of the most common.

Across the industry, it still shows up in the form of:

• Paper-based inspections
• Handwritten notes
• Photos buried in someone’s phone gallery
• Shift reports built from memory

Even for the most experienced workers, it’s nearly impossible to recall every hazard, change, or condition after 12 hours in the field. And yet, this is how many sites still operate.

Why Memory Isn’t a Safety System

In open-cut mining, hazards evolve by the hour. Relying on memory or disjointed paperwork isn’t just inefficient — it’s a risk.

Without a digital system:

• Hazards are forgotten or miscommunicated
• Controls are inconsistently applied
• Shift handovers lose critical context
• There’s no auditable track record if something goes wrong

And when safety depends on “remembering to mention it,” we’re not managing risk — we’re leaving it to chance.

Track Records Matter — In Every Sense

Mining is built on legacy and reputation. But your track record should also mean:

• A complete, accessible history of hazards
• Verifiable actions taken across shifts
• A clear line of accountability and control

This isn’t just best practice — it aligns directly with the duty of care outlined in the Coal Mining Safety and Health Act. Everyone onsite is responsible for managing risk. But the system needs to support them.

HazView: Designed for Modern Mining

HazView replaces fragmented paper processes with one central, field-friendly platform:
✅ Hazards logged in real time with exact locations and media
✅ Automatic end-of-shift reports
✅ Visibility across crews and supervisors

If your hazard process feels like Groundhog Day, it’s time to break the cycle.