Registrations open for 2012 Electrical Engineering Safety Seminar
The 2012 Electrical Engineering Safety Seminar is on again and said to be bigger than ever. The focus of the seminar is identifying and managing risks.
Sessions include presentations from industry experts on a range of electrical issues including lightning, welding and electric shocks, power tools in wet environments and designing/assessing EXI systems; a keynote presentation on risk from Michael Rosengren of BHP Billiton; initial observations on Pike River from Darren Brady of Simtars; updates on legislation changes and the national harmonisation process; information on online safety solutions; a practical case study on design registering a shaft sinking winder.
A seminar dinner is being held with special guest Wayne Bennett, one of rugby league’s most influential and innovative coaches.
The seminar is on 7-8 November 2012 and for the first time it will be held at Darling Harbour. Delegates are encouraged to book accommodation early.
To register for the seminar, or for information on accommodation options and parking, visit the NSW Mine Safety website.
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