Podcast | 10 Steps to Workplace Safety in the Mining Sector – Module 27
Production Date: 18.01.2026
Content Source: Ministry of Labour and Social Security of the Republic of Türkiye – Directorate General of OHS
Produced by: İçerik Evi – Digital Learning & Design Studio
About the Podcast
This podcast episode focuses on ten essential workplace safety steps that should be implemented to prevent occupational accidents and work-related diseases in the mining sector. Mining operations are among the highest-risk work environments due to hazards such as collapses, explosions, gas exposure, dust, fires, and harsh working conditions.
The content is developed based on the “10 Steps to Workplace Safety in the Mining Sector” approach, presenting practical, systematic, and on-site–applicable measures in a clear and accessible language to support the establishment of a strong safety culture. The podcast particularly aims to strengthen a preventive OHS approach.
Key Topics Covered in the Podcast
• Identification of risks in mining operations
• Conducting effective risk assessments
• Establishment of safe working procedures
• Effective use of ventilation and gas monitoring systems
• Measures against collapse and explosion risks
• Machinery and equipment safety
• Correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Training, drills, and employee awareness
• Preparation of emergency response and rescue plans
• Continuous inspection, monitoring, and improvement
Who Is This Podcast For?
• Workers employed in the mining sector
• Underground and surface mining personnel
• OHS professionals and occupational physicians
• Mine operators and employer representatives
• Field supervisors and mining engineers
Podcast Format
• Podcast / Audio Content
• Informative OHS Broadcast
• Suitable for use on LMS and corporate digital platforms
Note
This podcast content is provided as a demo within the scope of organisation-specific e-learning projects, LMS-compatible online training modules, and OHS-focused digital learning solutions. The content is designed to be integrated into corporate training processes via e-learning infrastructures.