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  • Alumina Refinery Environmental Inspection Checklist
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    Alumina Refinery Environmental Inspection Checklist

    Use this environmental inspection checklist for alumina refineries and BRSA operations to assess chemical storage and bunding, spill preparedness, stormwater and containment ponds, drainage, housekeeping, and waste segregation. Verify controls for point source air emissions, including baghouses, thermal oxidizers, and electrostatic precipitators. Record previous actions, capture findings, assign corrective actions, and complete signoffs for the environmental team and supervisor.

    by Eric Black, from the Community
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  • Drill Rig Bi-Monthly Preventive Maintenance Checklist
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    Drill Rig Bi-Monthly Preventive Maintenance Checklist

    This bi-monthly preventive maintenance checklist is designed for drill rigs used in mining and related operations. It guides technicians through essential PM tasks including engine oil and filter changes, fuel and air filter replacement, hydraulic oil filter checks, and comprehensive lubrication of critical components such as hoisting mast sheaves, hoist shafts, Kelly bar bearings, rotary box bearings, mast tilt hinge pins, tilt cylinder pivots, pump drive shaft U-joints, and more. The checklist also covers inspection of pumps, sprocket shaft bearings, pivot pins, and safety devices, with prompts to document service status, reasons for any early return to service, locations, and approvals. Ideal for maintaining safety, reliability, and compliance.

    by Kathleen Flaherty, from the Community
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  • Confined Space Fatal Risk Critical Control Checklist
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    Confined Space Fatal Risk Critical Control Checklist

    Ensure critical controls are in place for confined space work in mining operations. This checklist guides supervisors and crews through prework requirements, worker competency, confined space permits, atmospheric testing and monitoring, energy isolation and lockout, and emergency response planning. Verify spotter attendance, communication, entry/exit control, gas testing, documentation, and rescue readiness. Mark each control as Controlled, At Risk, or N/A and pause work until protections are effective.

    by Peggy Enslinger, from the Community
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  • Trial Verification of Competency (VOC)
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    Trial Verification of Competency (VOC)

    This Trial Verification of Competency (VOC) checklist helps assess an employee's ability to perform tasks safely and competently. Capture trainee details (name, employee ID, department, crew, shift), assessor and SME information, and the date of assessment. Document equipment make and model, summarize VOC results, and record contextual notes supporting the outcome. Rate overall proficiency, obtain acknowledgements from trainee and assessor, and maintain a clear record of competency for equipment operation and workplace safety. Intended as a starting point only; verify suitability for your workplace and jurisdiction.

    by Tonya Solis, from the Community
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  • Lamproom Compliance Audit Checklist
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    Lamproom Compliance Audit Checklist

    This lamproom compliance audit checklist helps mines verify that equipment, processes, and records meet legal and site requirements. It covers appointment and training of lampsmen and attendants, a documented code of practice, safe storage of gas cylinders and chemicals, allocation and shift clearance of portable lamps, gas detection instruments, and self contained self rescuers, battery charging, calibration and testing, maintenance and repair history, functional performance testing, reporting and incident management, audits, complaint tracking, records retention, and lamproom management system use. Use it to ensure readiness and compliance across shifts.

    by Monique Heynemann, from the Community
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  • MSHA Hours Tracker
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    MSHA Hours Tracker

    Use this MSHA Hours Tracker to log names, dates, start and stop times, and total hours for MSHA 7000-2 reporting and mining safety compliance. Built as a starting point in the SafetyCulture Public Library, this template helps supervisors and crews keep accurate records for inspections and performance analysis. Customize fields to match your operation, standardize documentation across shifts and sites, and export entries for reviews. Seek professional advice to confirm requirements in your jurisdiction.

    by Arthur Dufore, from the Community
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  • Mining Area Inspection Checklist
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    Mining Area Inspection Checklist

    This mining area inspection checklist helps supervisors and safety teams review active and idle zones across a mine site. Verify required permits and task risk assessments, capture findings with photos, and log actions for follow up. Cover PPE, signage, barricades, housekeeping, lighting, roads, equipment condition, HazChem, scaffolds, ladders, welding practices, and emergency readiness. Use it to standardize inspections, flag hazards, and strengthen compliance with workplace and hazardous area access controls.

    by Wilson Alexander, from the Community
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  • Mechanical Conveyors Schedule 26 Workplace Inspection
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    Mechanical Conveyors Schedule 26 Workplace Inspection

    Use this Schedule 26 workplace inspection checklist for mechanical conveyors to verify equipment identification, confirm isolations and zero energy state, and check access, egress, lighting, barricades, dust, PPE, and concurrent work. Capture photos of emergency stops, conveyor signage, and field labels, and document infield verification by the work crew. This template supports compliance with scheduled inspection frequencies and helps standardize conveyor safety checks across sites.

    by Rory Brown 1, from the Community
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  • Quarry and Stockpile Appraisal Checklist
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    Quarry and Stockpile Appraisal Checklist

    Assess quarry faces, crests, toes, benches, haul roads, and stockpiles for stability and compliance using this structured checklist. Record site details, weather, grid references, and add photos of the frontage and any hazards. Check for crest cracking, water ingress, face bulging, loose material, toe movement, and signage or barrier needs. Reference ACOP Regulation 32 definitions to determine when hazards are significant and require geotechnical assessment. Evaluate stockpile height, area, gradients, geology, drainage, and adjacent property, then log materials, tonnage, and actions. Conclude with recommendations and capture inspector and quarry manager sign-off.

    by Bruce Hamilton, from the Community
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  • Roy Hill Monthly Environment Inspection
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    Roy Hill Monthly Environment Inspection

    Use this monthly environment inspection checklist for Roy Hill mining operations. Review office and crib areas, wastewater treatment and spray fields, fuel and lubricant storage, workshops and laydowns, tyre management, and active mining areas. Verify bunding, spill response, housekeeping, drainage, dust control, erosion, and protection of flora and fauna. Mark items as compliant, non compliant, or not applicable, record non conformances and locations, and assign corrective actions in INX for timely closure.

    by Lance Matthews, from the Community
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  • Olive Downs Mining Area Supervisor Inspection
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    Olive Downs Mining Area Supervisor Inspection

    This Mining Area Supervisor Inspection checklist for the Olive Downs Complex guides area supervisors through comprehensive shift inspections. It covers prestart briefings, crib hut and facilities checks, HSEC reviews, dig unit locations, haul roads, intersections, and dump locations. It also includes water truck management, general access and bunding controls, and AHS-specific items such as AOZ delineation and speed or traction zones. Use it to verify controls, document findings, attach photos, and sign off.

    by Tom Lippett, from the Community
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  • Open Pit Mining Workplace Inspection Checklist
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    Open Pit Mining Workplace Inspection Checklist

    This open pit mining workplace inspection checklist helps teams verify safe, compliant operations across pits, ROM stockpiles, waste dumps, and haul roads. It guides checks on access control, road condition, camber and super-elevation, windrows and bunds, delineation, lighting, dust suppression, signage, and restricted areas. Inspectors confirm pit wall stability, batter angles, bench access, floor levels and gradients, pumping and water management to sumps, and communications or two-way network status. It also covers PPE use, incident and hazard reporting, facility cleanliness, fuel and go-line conditions, and crew readiness before work begins.

    by Belinda Van der Merwe, from the Community
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  • Traffic Management Critical Control Verification
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    Traffic Management Critical Control Verification

    This mining traffic management critical control verification checklist helps supervisors audit high-risk activities and ensure controls are adequate and in use. Review operator training and competency, equipment safety systems and pre-shift checks, road and intersection design, signage and separation, visibility and lighting, and radio communication and emergency protocols. Use it to identify gaps, prevent serious incidents, and standardize traffic safety across mine sites.

    by Mike Brewer, from the Community
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  • Killerby Quarry Daily Safety Check
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    Killerby Quarry Daily Safety Check

    Use the Killerby Quarry Daily Safety Inspection Form to log daily checks across key quarry areas. Review entrance roads and site signage, in and out weighbridges, sheeting and delivery points, car parks and pedestrian routes, inner loop roads and crossings, sample and waste areas, haulier trimming zones, stockpiles and bunds, raw feed and surge piles with access ramps, extraction and stripping areas, life buoys, freshwater lagoons and silt ponds with bunds, and field conveyor haul roads. Capture additional observations and complete sign off to support compliance and site safety.

    by Kevin Meades, from the Community
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  • Drug and Alcohol Permanent Screening Record
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    Drug and Alcohol Permanent Screening Record

    This template helps mining companies document permanent employee drug and alcohol tests. Capture test location, date, donor and collector details, medication declarations, breath alcohol device IDs and readings, and multi-panel drug screen outcomes (THC, COC, OPI, METH, AMP, BZO, OXY). Include consent acknowledgments, signatures, and follow-up requirements to ensure compliance with site policies and safety regulations. Use this record to standardize screening, support audits, and maintain a clear chain of custody.

    by Kelly Jensen, from the Community
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  • New Area Pre-Start and Site Specific Risk Assessment
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    New Area Pre-Start and Site Specific Risk Assessment

    Use this site specific risk assessment pre-start checklist to plan new work areas and control risk before operations begin. Capture site details (client, contractor, location, date/time), discuss high-risk areas, environmental and operator issues, and emergency assembly points with GPS coordinates. Add hazards, apply a clear risk matrix, and record controls using the hierarchy (eliminate, substitute, isolate, engineer, administer, PPE). Attach photos and capture foreman and supervisor sign-offs.

    by Daniel Gray, from the Community
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  • Onsite Safety Interaction Template for Mining
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    Onsite Safety Interaction Template for Mining

    Use this mining template to record onsite safety interactions and observations in the field. Capture task details, names of people observed, conversation notes, positive observations, at risk conditions, and opportunities for improvement. Log corrective actions, location, date, and observer details, then add a sign off signature. Designed for standardizing field checks and strengthening safety culture across mining operations.

    by Nathan Hoskins, from the Community
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  • Fraser Alexander Daily Report
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    Fraser Alexander Daily Report

    This daily report template from Fraser Alexander supports mining and tailings storage facility (TSF) construction projects. Document workforce activities, team numbers, plant and equipment usage, activity locations on the TSF, and attach images. Use it to standardize site reporting across shifts, improve traceability, and keep stakeholders informed about progress and issues. Fields include date and time, person performing the inspection, work and plant activities, and sections of the TSF. Adapt this template to your operation for consistent, professional daily reports.

    by Dirk Loots, from the Community
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  • Monthly Electrical Systems Checklist
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    Monthly Electrical Systems Checklist

    Assess and control electrical risks on site with this monthly electrical systems checklist for mining operations. Verify arc flash personal protective equipment signage on all switchboards in line with NFPA 70E. Check selected substations for security of supply, fault levels, clearing times, insulation ratings, minimum clearances of live parts, and fire risk mitigation. Review the preventive maintenance schedule and confirm time completion for required activities. Audit statutory electrical inspections and ensure corrective actions are recorded and tracked. Confirm that maintenance work is completed by trained, competent and authorised electricians with current records.

    by Ben McCamley, from the Community
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  • Mine Site Cleaning Checklist
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    Mine Site Cleaning Checklist

    Use this mine site cleaning checklist to standardize maintenance and administration tasks across mining operations. Sections cover weekly exterior cleaning, office and kitchenette hygiene, fridge and bin upkeep, ablution block sanitation for male and female facilities, prestart area cleaning, and workshop and maintenance crib room checks. Help teams sign off daily tasks, replace liners, clean AC filters, and ensure lighting, equipment, and safety standards are met.

    by Bigbell Manager Apac Au, from the Community
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  • OTJT On-the-Job Training Checklist
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    OTJT On-the-Job Training Checklist

    Use this OTJT on-the-job training checklist to document practical competency for mining roles. Capture trainee details, site and dates, task objectives, and additional notes. Supervisors can observe work performed, verify skills against requirements, and record start and finish times. Include SAP or employee numbers, gather signatures for sign-off, and maintain an auditable record of training completed on site. Ideal for technicians, maintainers, and supervisors standardizing training and safety.

    by Stephen Walsh, from the Community
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  • Switchboard Fire and Explosion Checklist
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    Switchboard Fire and Explosion Checklist

    Use this mining checklist to evaluate switchboard fire and explosion risks on site. Confirm personnel hold required electrical training, licenses, and authorizations. Review risk assessments and verify effective controls are in place for high and low voltage work. Ensure arc flash hazard assessments are completed and documented, hazard category labels are affixed, and PPE matches HRC ratings. Check protection studies, maintenance strategies for switchboards and substations, key register access controls, and capture observations with signatures.

    by Yandi OHP, from the Community
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  • DNRME Take 5 Generic Safety Checklist
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    DNRME Take 5 Generic Safety Checklist

    This DNRME Take 5 safety checklist helps workers quickly assess risks when arriving at a new site or starting a new task. It guides users through a hazard checklist, a simple risk evaluation matrix, and key prompts to verify training and authorization, tool and equipment readiness, nearby activity hazards, manual handling, slips, trips and falls, falling objects, exposure to harmful substances, isolation and test for dead, environmental risks, weather and lighting, communications coverage, alternative safer methods, reporting to field operations, and required PPE and provisions.

    by DNRM WMG, from the Community
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  • Planned/Team Inspection Report Template
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    Planned/Team Inspection Report Template

    This Planned/Team Inspection Report template helps teams plan and document workplace inspections. Capture team members and personnel, area inspected, and inspection date. Record conditions or practices requiring correction, specify locations and equipment numbers, and include work order numbers where relevant. Rank risks, assess severity, and define accountability requirements with clear timelines (immediate, 48 hours, or 30 days) or mark opportunities for improvement. Add corrective actions with assignees, priorities, and due dates, then track assigned and actual completion dates. Finish with a digital signature and share your report by exporting to PDF, Word, Excel, or a web link. Ideal for structured safety audits and ongoing compliance checks across operational sites.

    by John Burton, from the Community
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Mining safety and quality resources your team can access on-site

Get faster access to proven safety and quality resources without starting from scratch. SafetyCulture’s Content Library is an online hub where workers can quickly find mining templates and training courses that support consistent standards across sites.

Instead of chasing documents or rebuilding tools, you can pull what you need, when you need it. That means less time preparing and more time reducing risk, improving compliance, and keeping operations moving.

Why digital resources matter

Using online resources also makes it easier to stay aligned across locations. Everyone works from the same up-to-date materials, with changes shared instantly and no version confusion.

Here’s how teams use the Content Library to get results faster:

  • Investigate incidents sooner and close gaps faster with an ICAM incident investigation template that guides root cause analysis.

  • Reduce fire and permit risks by rolling out a clear hot work permit to work template across sites.

  • Spot hazards earlier and track trends using a structured mine safety audit checklist.

All resources are digital and ready to adapt to your workflow. When used inside the SafetyCulture platform, you also get clearer reporting, real-time visibility, and stronger follow-through on actions, helping you build a consistent safety and quality culture at scale.