Health and safety are our top priority

We understand the importance of our employees going home safely at the end of every day, so we prioritise the health and safety of our workers above all else. We are dedicated to creating an injury-free workplace through visible leadership, clear communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We ensure that all employees and partners are engaged in safety practices and are aware of their responsibilities for maintaining a safe work environment. This includes both physical and mental wellbeing.

We have established robust risk management systems to identify, assess, and control workplace hazards, and provide the necessary resources for safe work. Our approach includes open communication channels for safety information and a commitment to offering adequate health care for both our workers and the Ravenswood community. By fostering a culture of safety and competence, we strive to achieve the highest standards in Workplace Health and Safety.

Health and safety initiative highlights

Mitigating risks with innovative software solutions

We've introduced a new company-wide Safety Risk Management Software System to cover incident management, action management, contractor management, auditing and risk management. This will support Ravenswood Gold’s goal of ensuring a safe workplace for workers, mitigating risks and accidents before they occur, streamlining compliance and auditing and creating a safety-first culture.

Regular Royal Flying Doctors Service visits

As members of a remote community, we recognise the importance of fostering and continuing a strong working relationship with the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS). The RFDS holds monthly clinics in Ravenswood and our team assists the RFDS through on ground transport and in facilitating communication with patients. An initiative within the RFDS is the Local Hero Awards which are presented annually to Queenslanders who provide exceptional support to their community. In 2020, one of our on-site nurses was recognised by the RFDS as one of nine Local Heros within the Queensland Section of RFDS.

Introducing our Emergency Response Team

Our dedicated Emergency Response Team (ERT), composed of 30 skilled professionals, is trained to handle a wide range of emergencies including medical incidents, fires, HAZMAT situations, and vehicle rescues. Equipped to conduct confined space and high-angle rescues up to 80 metres deep, our ERT ensures safety on and near our site. Additionally, we participate in a Mutual Aid Agreement with nearby mines, enabling collaborative emergency support across the region.

Supporting mental wellbeing

At Ravenswood Gold, we deeply value the wellbeing—both physical and mental—of our employees and their families. Recognising the importance of having more than just a counselling service for to support our employees through challenging times, we've partnered with MindFit@Work. This collaboration not only offers counselling services but also provides access to comprehensive training and webinars focused on promoting wellbeing, mental health, resilience, wellness, and mindfulness for our employees.