Case Study – Independent analysis of effectiveness of mines safety regulation

Dangerous Goods Officer Michael Wolter (left) carrying out a rail inspection at CSBP Kwinana.

An independent assessment released in November 2016 found DMP to be an effective regulator of safety for Western Australia’s mining industry. Deloitte Consulting found that DMP is collegiate, focused on helping industry and improving safety performance and appears to be more cost-effective than other safety jurisdictions in Australia.

The assessment was undertaken to determine whether the Mines Safety Branch was appropriately resourced and structurally organised to regulate safety in the State’s mining sector. Representatives from industry peak bodies and unions were given an opportunity to input to the process, and documentation provided by DMP and other jurisdictions was also reviewed.

The report provided 19 recommendations for process improvements, and the department is addressing agreed recommendations in consultation with stakeholders.

For government, it means ensuring that workers and the community are safe, and that environmental, cultural and community values are well protected.

Case Study – Independent analysis of effectiveness of mines safety regulation

Section highlights

DMP has made significant technological progress that allows stakeholders to transact digitally with 22,000 registered customers and 92 per cent of the annual volume of business now being conducted online.

For government, it means ensuring that workers and the community are safe, and that environmental, cultural and community values are well protected.

Case Study – Independent analysis of effectiveness of mines safety regulation

Section highlights

DMP has made significant technological progress that allows stakeholders to transact digitally with 22,000 registered customers and 92 per cent of the annual volume of business now being conducted online.

DMP has made significant technological progress that allows stakeholders to transact digitally with 22,000 registered customers and 92 per cent of the annual volume of business now being conducted online.