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Self-care tips for anyone who works in mining
by Dan Hatch
Are you taking time out for the things that matter? Self-care is really important, especially if you’re working FIFO.
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How to recognise burnout (and what to do about it)
Four steps to reducing stress and potential burnout.
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Mining & fitness: Want more than the gym on site?
No gym on site? No problem! Let's take a look at how to stay fit without it.
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How to eat a healthy diet as a mine worker
Working FIFO? Your health doesn't have to suffer. Here are five tips to keep your waistline down while onsite.
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Why the recruitment sector needs to consider mental health issues in mining
by Sarah Morgan
A recent poll by Mining People International (MPi) revealed that mental health issues continue to plague staff working in the fly-in, fly-out (FIFO) mining sector, which pose some significant repercussions for the recruitment sector.
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Are you sitting comfortably? Work's hidden danger
Sitting down all day at work is bad for your health. Here are some easy ways to get more activity in your day.
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Poll results: How does mining treat mental health?
How does the mining industry treat mental health? We asked those who work in the industry. Here's what they said.
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Poll: How does the mining industry handle mental health?
by Dan Hatch
This month's MPi poll asks: How does the mining industry handle mental health?
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Is mining being let down?
The Western Australian Government's inquiry into the impact of FIFO work practices on mental health was tabled in Parliament on 18 June 2015. Has anything been done since then?
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Depression and mining: What to do if you're depressed
Working in isolated regions can often take its toll on FIFO workers. Here's what to do if you're feeling depressed.
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How big a problem is drug use in the mining industry?
by Dan Hatch
How prevalent is illicit drug use in Australia's mining industry? We look at the research and find out.