NSW Mine Safety Technology Centre
Specialist technical services are provided at the new Mine Safety Technology Centre at Thornton.
The Mine Safety Technology Centre is staffed by specialised mine safety scientists and engineers, providing testing and research projects, as well as training. The role of the Mine Safety Technology Centre is pivotal in ensuring that the highest standards of mine safety are set and maintained for mines in NSW. The main areas of work at this facility comprise:
- analytical services
- occupational hygiene
- equipment certification
- intrinsic safety evaluations on electrical equipment used in underground mining.
Mobile gas analysis laboratories also operate from the centre, where they are well placed for any emergency call-out to mine sites. The mobile laboratory makes it possible to analyse samples directly from the engine and, if necessary, suggest adjustments and then retest the engine.
Survey of gas detection and monitoring plant and items
NATA accreditation
The Mine Safety Technology Centre (MSTC) has been accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA). The MSTC's accreditation is No. 2325 in the fields of chemical testing and measurement science and technology.
For details on the MSTC's accreditation, click on the NATA link below and enter 2325 in the keywords box under the heading Find a Facility or Lab, then click Search. The MSTC's accreditation details for chemical testing and measurement science and technology will appear under the heading Industry & Investment NSW:
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For further information:
Contact the Mine Safety Technology Centre at:
PO Box 343, Hunter Regional Mail Centre, NSW 2310.
Phone: 02 4924 4000
Fax: 02 4924 4080
