Industry Ground Control Framework

Industry Ground Control Framework

Industry Ground Control Framework

The Industry Ground Control Framework was developed in response to worsening falls of ground safety performance, particularly incidents related to rockbursts in the South African Mining Industry.

In October 2017, the MOSH Falls of Ground Team raised concern about the worsening trend in fall of ground fatalities during a presentation to the CEO Zero Harm Leadership Forum. The initial concept focused on identifying global best-practice rockburst management strategies and developing a guideline document for senior leadership at rockburst-prone mines.

During the data collection phase, and given the continued decline in safety performance, it became evident that a more comprehensive, industry-led approach to Fall of Ground Management was necessary.

This collaboration ultimately led to the development of the FOGM Framework Document, which serves as a strategic industry reference enabling South African mining operations to align and enhance their ground control practices.

By adopting this unified approach, the sector collectively strengthens its commitment to reducing rockburst incidents and advancing toward the goal of Zero Harm.