Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia – Oyu Tolgoi LLC is proudly sponsoring the third Mongolian Safety First Forum and Exhibition, taking place in the town of Erdenet this week.
This year’s forum is focusing on addressing challenges related to mining responsibility in Mongolia and assessing and solving safety-related risks and problems in the mining industry. The event allows companies to share experiences and information relating to safety.
Oyu Tolgoi’s environmental and occupational health and safety management system was adopted in 2012 in line with ISO 14001, OHSAS18001 international standards. Oyu Tolgoi’s HSE management system has been developed to meet both Mongolian legislation and the high international standards of Rio Tinto.
Speaking at the forum, M.Ganbold, Oyu Tolgoi Metallurgical superintendent said: “Rio Tinto, after coming into Mongolia’s mining sector, made an important contribution to bringing about a drastic change in the culture, techniques and practices which drive the safety of our national workforce.”
The exhibition held as part of the forum displays safety gear and equipment used in the mining industry, and stalls and presentations from mining companies across the country.
About Oyu Tolgoi LLC (http://ot.mn/en)
Oyu Tolgoi LLC, Mongolia's largest copper and gold mining company, is a strategic partnership between the Government of Mongolia, Turquoise Hill Resources and Rio Tinto. Located in the Umnugobi, Oyu Tolgoi has commissioned Concentrator plant in December, 2012 and commenced shipments of copper concentrate in July of 2013. As the biggest single investment in Mongolian history, Oyu Tolgoi already is a major driver of the country’s economy.
Oyu Tolgoi is managed by Rio Tinto, which is investing global expertise and cutting-edge technology to help develop Mongolia’s mining industry and ensure Oyu Tolgoi is one of the world’s most advanced mines. Oyu Tolgoi is developing a nationwide vocational training programme, regional infrastructure, and is committed to ensuring more than 90 per cent Mongolian national employment and a strong Mongolian supplier base. These programmes will help drive economic growth for generations to come.
Oyu Tolgoi’s core commitment is to a safe work place and setting a new standard in environmental care.
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