This tender seeks a service provider to conduct a comparative assessment of water-based dust suppression systems and supplementary interventions in South African mining operations. The project spans 18 months and aims to enhance occupational health outcomes.
The Mine Health and Safety Council (MHSC) is inviting bids for a research project focused on the comparative performance assessment of water-based dust suppression spray systems and supplementary interventions used in both underground and surface mining operations across South Africa. The selected service provider will conduct a comprehensive literature review, evaluate the performance of various dust suppression systems, and develop evidence-based guidance to improve dust control strategies. Key requirements include expertise in occupational hygiene, mechanical engineering, and chemical/environmental science, with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in applied research. The project aims to address critical health risks associated with respirable dust in the mining industry, ultimately contributing to the goal of eliminating occupational lung diseases by 2034.
This tender is suitable for businesses specializing in applied research, occupational hygiene, mechanical engineering, and environmental sciences, particularly those with experience in the mining sector and dust control technologies.
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