by mjd | Aug 7, 2018 | AQA Awards, Mimico Environmental Award
MIMICO BRONZE AWARDS Dr Morgan Williams judges and presents the Mimico awards to Aggregate and Quarry Association members for their dedication to environmental excellence. Bronze medals went to GBC Winstones Flat Top quarry in North Auckland for growing and greening...
by mjd | Aug 6, 2018 | Legislation, News, Regulations
New competency requirements for safety-critical roles in mining and quarrying came into force on 1 August 2018. The key amendments: detail the requirements for a Certificate of Competence (CoC) as a manager to manage the quarrying operation specified (site specific...
by mjd | Aug 4, 2018 | course, Training
Orica are seeking registrations of interest Course Dates: 13th- 15th November 2018, Where: Paeroa Download Course Brochure If interested in more details please contact: Dean Torstonson Mobile 021 926 317 or Email: [email protected] Or Craig Pledger Mobile 021...
by mjd | Jul 28, 2018 | Award Winners, RD Hassed Memorial Trophy
There were several contenders for the RD Hassed Memorial Trophy this year, but it was a clear majority in favour of Northland Branch Chairman, Murray Smith. He has shown leadership and has continually strived to encourage membership in the region – it was clear...
by mjd | Jul 28, 2018 | Award Winners, News, Porter Group Quarry Leadership Award
Porter Group provide an generous award every two years to an IOQ member who is recognised as a leader within the quarrying industry. This year Brian Bouzaid, Holcim, received the award from David McSorley Porter Group. Brian gets to visit the Hyundai factory in...
