PPE for Women in Mining - Mine Health and Safety Council

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PPE for Women in Mining - Mine Health and Safety Council
Integrated
Women in Mining Value Proposition
Presented by
Mbokoto Mining Group
November 2015
Background
Mbokoto Mining Group specialises in developing Women in
Mining (WIM) and Community Development Solutions
The Company
is 100% female owned with over 10 years
experience in Transformation, Gender Equality Integration,
Diversity Management and Community Development . We also
offer
different products addressing issues pertaining to
gender differentials in the mining sector.
What sets us apart
• Over 10 experience of managing and executing Women in Mining
Programs
• Extensive experience in Mining Community Development Programs
• Clear understanding of diversity issues within the mining sector
• Clear understanding of Values & Culture in Mining
• Understanding of local languages
• Ability to develop customised solutions based on the client`s needs
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Women in Mining Value Proposition (Products & Services)
Women in Mining Products & Services
Audit / Situational Analysis
(Policies ,Facilities, Cultural
Diversity )
Sexual Harassment Training
Diversity Management
Training
Mine Health & Safety Training
Sanitizer/ Disinfectant
Equipment
Products
WIM PPE
Training & Induction Programs
WIM Community Mining
Skills Development
Programs
Audits & Policy
Formulation
Policy Formulation &
Awareness Creation
Sanitary Equipment
Sanitary Equipment – Background & Benefits
What are the benefits of adequate sanitary facilities and
compliance to proper hygienic standards?
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Hygienic workplace enables greater productivity and employee safety. NB - 80%
of all infectious diseases are spread by means of the hands , Study by US Centers
for Disease
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This can reduce illness-related sick days, absenteeism, and increases employee
general health
Hand Sanitary Products
Hands Sanitisers
Hands Washing Products
Squeeze Tube Sanitiser & Lotion
Combo
Refill Pouch
Refill Key Holder
Credit Card Shape
Spray Sanitiser
Wet Wipes
Hand Soaps
Pocket Tissue
Sanitiser Combo
Liquid Soap
Wet Wipes
Sachets
Key Holder Shape Liquid Soap
Mini Wet Wipes (kingrill
barrel)
Our products are branded depending on the client`s preference
WIM Personal Protective Clothing
Women In Mining PPE Journey
Mbokoto Mining Group :
• Strive to provide Women PPE of the right Fit (size and design)- full
protection and comfort
• SABS & MHSC (SANS 511:2011 for Women workwear) compliant with
reference to material and design
PPE Project Stages
Assessment of
Current PPE
Manufacturers
engagement
Redesign the
PPE-new designs
completed and
ready for testing
Stakeholders
engagement &
Testing (take 1-2
months)
Finalize Women
PPE Policy &
Rolling out
The Reality of Women PPE in Mining
Current design has not taken into account
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the needs and requirements of women
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Clothing has not been designed with safety and comfort of a
women in mind
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ergonomics of the clothes impacted on the productivity and
efficiency
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clothes did not reflect the femininity of the women in mining
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the practicality of dressing and changing was never taken
into consideration
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the material used was not practical to the female physique, it
was too heavy, tight , and the colour was not complementary
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PPE for expecting mothers was never taken into
consideration
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the foot sizes and proportion of leg length was not
considered for calf size
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boots was not designed for female walking action, shoe
size
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Beanis where not designed for safety of women with long
hair
Modified Women PPE
New designs completed and
ready for testing
Body Protection (Women Overall)- (1
Piece)
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made of light material
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inner wear sewn into the trousers
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easy to undress
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white top & navy pants
Body Protection (Women Conti-suit)-(2
Piece)
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Jacket -extended length
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Trouser with high Waist –skin is not
exposed when bending
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Women’s cut provide comfort
Foot Protection (Women Gumboots and
Safety Shoes)
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calf extended gumboots
Small size safety shoes size
available
Bandana/ Beanis-to cover the hair
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Women PPE – 1 Piece : Underground
Women PPE – Two Piece : Underground
Women PPE – 2 Piece : Surface
Women PPE : Process Division and Engineering
Acid
Resistant
Fire Retardant
Women PPE: Pregnant Women
Empowered
Women
Women PPE : Head & Hair Protection
Prospective Clients
MHSC – Awareness & Collaboration
Thanks
Contact details
Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
Website: www.mbokotogroup.co.za
Business Mobile: 0799524073