Falls of ground
Northam Platinum – Eland

Falls of ground

Improved Underground Workface Visibility

The improved underground workface visibility leading practice focuses on enhancing safety in South African mines by increasing illumination at stope working faces, where most falls of ground injuries and fatalities occur.

This leading practice recommends the adoption of durable LED lights, which provide even, low-glare lighting for better hazard identification and safer working conditions. The LED lights outperform traditional cap lamps, offering improved visibility and worker awareness throughout the shift.

Key benefits

  • Improved hazard visibility reduces risk of incidents and increases worker awareness
  • Non-disruptive installation process fits into existing mining workflows
  • Enhances overall safety culture
  • Supports regulatory compliance and industry modernisation efforts

By adopting this leading practice, mines can significantly enhance safety performance and operational efficiency while supporting industry-wide efforts toward Zero Harm.