Introduction

Occupational Health in Mining Training Course is designed to enhance Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) performance, with a strong focus on gender-responsive safety systems, mining risk management, and inclusive workplace protection standards. The mining industry presents high-risk environments such as underground mining hazards, surface pit instability, heavy machinery exposure, dust inhalation, noise-induced hearing loss, heat stress, and chemical exposure, requiring advanced safety awareness and strict compliance with ISO 45001 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems and global ESG standards.

This course empowers women in mining with practical, field-ready skills in hazard identification, risk assessment (HIRA), PPE optimization, emergency response, psychosocial safety, and leadership in safety compliance systems. It integrates modern industry trends such as digital safety monitoring, smart PPE, behavioral-based safety (BBS), climate stress adaptation, and gender-inclusive mining operations, ensuring participants are equipped to operate safely and confidently in both underground and surface mining environments.

Programme Curriculum

Occupational Health in Mining Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Master Mining Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) principles and global standards
Apply Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (HIRA) in mining environments
Implement ISO 45001 compliant safety systems in operational sites
Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for women in mining
Identify and control underground mining hazards and surface mining risks
Manage dust, silica exposure, and occupational respiratory diseases
Reduce exposure to noise-induced hearing loss and vibration hazards
Improve ergonomics and musculoskeletal injury prevention for female workers
Respond effectively to emergency evacuation and mine rescue operations
Address heat stress, dehydration, and climate-related mining risks
Strengthen psychosocial safety, harassment prevention, and workplace dignity
Promote safety leadership and behavioral-based safety (BBS) culture
Integrate digital safety technologies and real-time risk monitoring systems

Target Audience

Women entering the mining industry
Female machine operators and equipment handlers
Underground and surface mine technicians
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) officers
Mining engineers and site supervisors
Drill and blast personnel
Occupational health practitioners in mining
Mining contractors and subcontractor workforce

Course Modules

Module 1: Mining Safety Fundamentals & Regulatory Compliance

Overview of mining safety laws and regulations
Introduction to ISO 45001 & OHS systems
Roles and responsibilities in mine safety
Incident reporting procedures and compliance culture
Safety documentation and audit readiness
Case Study: Analysis of a mining fatality due to non-compliance with safety permits and corrective actions applied.

Module 2: Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment (HIRA)

Identifying workplace hazards in mining operations
Risk matrix development and evaluation techniques
Control measures: engineering, administrative, PPE
Field-based hazard reporting systems
Behavioral observation in risk detection
Case Study: Near-miss incident in underground tunnel collapse and preventive risk controls implemented.

Module 3: PPE Selection & Women-Specific Ergonomics

Gender-appropriate PPE fitting and standards
Ergonomic risks in repetitive mining tasks
Manual handling and load management
PPE maintenance and inspection routines
Comfort vs protection balance in PPE design
Case Study: Reduction of musculoskeletal injuries after redesigning PPE for female haul truck operators.

Module 4: Underground & Surface Mining Hazards

Rock falls, cave-ins, and slope instability risks
Heavy machinery interaction hazards
Ventilation and confined space dangers
Explosives and blasting safety controls
Traffic management in open-pit mining
Case Study: Surface mine collision incident prevented through improved haul road traffic system redesign.

Module 5: Emergency Response & Mine Rescue Operations

Emergency evacuation procedures
Fire response and explosion preparedness
First aid and trauma management in mines
Communication systems during emergencies
Mine rescue team coordination
Case Study: Successful evacuation during underground fire using improved alarm and rescue coordination system.

Module 6: Occupational Health Hazards & Disease Prevention

Dust, silica, and respiratory protection
Noise exposure and hearing conservation
Heat stress monitoring and hydration strategies
Chemical exposure risks in mining operations
Occupational disease reporting systems
Case Study: Reduction in silicosis cases after implementation of dust suppression systems.

Module 7: Psychosocial Safety & Gender Inclusion

Workplace harassment prevention systems
Mental health and stress management in mining
Gender equality and inclusion policies
Fatigue management in shift work
Reporting unsafe social behaviors
Case Study: Improved retention of female miners after introduction of anti-harassment reporting framework.

Module 8: Safety Leadership, Audits & Digital Safety Systems

Safety leadership and accountability culture
Behavioral-Based Safety (BBS) implementation
Safety audits and inspection techniques
Digital monitoring systems and wearable tech
Continuous improvement in HSE performance
Case Study: Accident rate reduction after introduction of real-time digital safety tracking system.

Training Methodology

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Exposure monitoring Health risk management Occupational hygiene Disease prevention

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Nov 02 2026

02 Nov — 06 Nov 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000