Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue launch pilot program to create safer workplaces
November 14 2022 - 8:00PM
Business Wire
Rio Tinto, BHP and Fortescue are launching an innovative pilot
program aimed at helping to eliminate disrespectful behaviour in
the resources industry including sexual harassment, bullying and
racism.
The launch comes after the three companies formed a partnership
in October last year as part of their combined response to reports
of unacceptable sexual harassment in the mining industry.
The three companies have worked together with leading experts to
design and develop the industry-first program aimed at educating
new entrants to the sector.
The evidence-based program will educate participants about the
impact of sexual harassment, bullying and racism, including how to
recognise and report these behaviours.
The Building Safe and Respectful Workplaces pilot program,
project managed by the Australian Minerals and Energy Skills
Alliance (AUSMESA), will be delivered on November 15 and 16 by
experienced facilitators from Griffith University.
The pilot program will be completed by 30 volunteers who are
currently undertaking apprenticeships or traineeships with the
three companies.
The results of the pilot will be fully evaluated and feedback
from the participants will be used to finalise the learning
program.
It is intended the program will be delivered from early next
year with a particular focus on new entrants to the mining
industry.
As part of an ongoing commitment to educate about respectful
behaviour, the companies will engage across industry and education
providers on how to broaden the reach of the program.
It is anticipated the training course will be made available to
other industries in the future through a range of education
pathways.
Comments attributed to Rio Tinto Iron Ore Chief Executive,
Simon Trott:
“The launch of this pilot is a key milestone in our broader
commitment to create a workplace culture that is safe, respectful
and inclusive.
“Building awareness through education on how we can create safer
work environments through the prevention and elimination of sexual
harassment, bullying and racism is vital to ensuring those joining
our industry feel safe.
“We’re proud to be collaborating with experts in this field, in
partnership with industry leaders, and we look forward to the
findings from the pilot and the opportunity to share with broader
industry for the benefit of all Australians.”
BHP WA Iron Ore Asset President Brandon Craig:
“Programs such as this help educate the next generation of
workers to ensure our workplaces are safe, respectful and
inclusive.
“While we know there is more to do, this pilot is part of our
redoubled efforts to eliminate sexual harassment, and is in
addition to a range of other measures including improved security
at accommodation villages, additional public disclosures,
specialised resources and company-wide training.
“We’re proud to be working with leading industry partners to
deliver this important program as we work together to eliminate
disrespectful behaviours from our industry.”
Fortescue Chief Operating Officer Iron Ore, Dino
Otranto:
“At Fortescue, safety is our first priority and we have zero
tolerance for inappropriate behaviour.
“We remain firmly committed to ensuring that Fortescue has safe
and inclusive workplaces, and that the mining industry as a whole
is a safe and welcoming place for everyone who works within it.
“We’re pleased to be working with our industry peers towards the
common goal of ensuring that sexual harassment, bullying and other
inappropriate behaviours do not occur in the mining industry.”
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