The South African mining industry is committed to the principle of zero harm with the goal that every mineworker should return home unharmed every day. The Minerals Council, in conjunction with mining companies, aims to achieve world-class safety performance by working in close collaboration with tripartite partners in government and organised labour.

To track progress against industry health and safety milestones, the Minerals Council collates data from members, and tracks, evaluates and reports on performance. Through the tripartite Mine Health and Safety Council (MHSC), the Minerals Council is an active participant in the implementation of the Tripartite Action Plan on Health and Safety (2008).

Critical team members

• Nikisi Lesufi: Senior Executive: Health and Environment
• Sietse Van Der Woude: Senior Executive: Modernisation and Safety
• Dr Thuthula Balfour: Head: Health
• Stanford Mamoshito Malatji: Head: Learning Hub
• Dr Sizwe Phakathi: Head: Safety and Sustainable Development