WSP Environmental Services for Mining and Metals

SOQ | Mine Environmental Services

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SA

WSP has developed a reputation within and beyond the mining industry as a trusted partner for projects, large and small, that require third party expertise. WSP is familiar with H&S risks and controls associated with mining operations and is experienced in the risks associated with mining and associated processing facilities.

WSP is committed to providing a safe and healthy work environment, including the training and resources required to enable its staff to perform their work in a safe and healthy manner. WSP’s approach to Health & Safety (H&S) management is based on proven methods and techniques, and accepted practices. We have designed a system that is practical, and on which we can build a H&S culture. A H&S management system manual, available to all staff electronically, forms the basis for mandatory training for all employees, and covers project H&S planning, incident investigations follow-up and planned inspections. Pressure to manage the impacts of developments on our environment is mounting. WSP offers practical solutions to balance economic growth and social improvements while protecting our natural resources. Focused on achieving environmental stewardship for our clients and communities, WSP provides comprehensive environmental planning, assessment, management and compliance services. This ranges from involvement at the earliest stages of a project, such as feasibility studies, to securing environmental approvals and subsequent monitoring and auditing to ensure compliance with regulatory standards. As part of our approach to environmental planning and management, we apply knowledge, creativity and the principles of sustainability to all projects. Our Environment, Health and Safety (EHS) specialists help clients across a wide range of industries to identify, manage and mitigate current and future risks and

liabilities. They take a long-term approach to business relationships, based on strong project delivery and a desire to understand and contribute to our clients’ success. From Protection to Compliance – The breadth of our expertise enables us to take a holistic approach to solving our clients’ challenges. We help ascertain whether their obligations are being met, develop and audit Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) management systems and address all other issues. WSP’s Human Health & Ecological services include: „ Health & Safety ■ Regulatory and corporate audits ■ Critical risk management ■ Program development „ Industrial Hygiene ■ Exposure monitoring for chemical, physical and biological agents ■ Expert testimony „ Ergonomic Services

■ Vibration monitoring ■ Job hazard analysis „ Radiation Protection ■ Exposure and compliance monitoring ■ Protection Plans „ Training Programs

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