Mining industry staffing firm has acquired its contemporary HR Advantages (HRA), growing its presence across the U.S. for industry recruitment. Turner Staffing, based in Indiana, said it has established itself as a trailblazer in the mining industry by offering tailored staffing solutions that optimize workforce management and mitigate risk for clients. Additionally, leveraging their affiliation, it has compiled a deep…
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North American Lithium makes initial spodumene shipment
North American Lithium, a joint venture between Piedmont Lithium (25%) and Sayona Mining (75%), has shipped 20,500 metric tons of spodumene concentrate to international parties – its first commercial shipment. Piedmont owns a 12% equity interest in Sayona Mining and holds an offtake agreement with the joint venture to purchase the greater of 113,000 metric tons per year or 50%…
Read MoreNevada Mining Association awards outstanding safety efforts
The Nevada Mining Association (NVMA) has recognized 47 miners for their industry-wide commitment to safe mining operations as part of its annual Individual Safety Awards program. “Safety is always of utmost importance in Nevada’s mining industry, and I am so proud to congratulate this year’s award recipients,” said NVMA Interim President Dana Bennett. “It’s an honor to celebrate these incredible…
Read MoreMSHA Reports 25th Fatality of 2023
MSHA reported that on July 17, a miner at Holcim’s Swampscott Quarry, Essex County, Mass., died while performing repairs on a gyratory crusher. When a component was being suspended by a crane, a lifting eye welded to the component broke free striking the miner. This is the 25th fatality reported in 2023, and the 11th classified as “Machinery.” MSHA recommends the following best practices to avoid…
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