Highest Standards

Our aim is to constantly and consistently maintain the highest standards of health, safety and environmental performance throughout site operations and to partner with the Collinsville community to mutually support the principles of sustainable development.
- Mr Michael McKee, General Operations Manager

Safety & Environment

Safety

  • No lost time injuries recorded during Stage One of construction activities with over 300,000 man hours worked.
  • Leighton Contractors are appointed as the mine operator and employ the Site Senior Executive (SSE). The SSE has statutory overall responsibility for site safety.
  • Both Leighton Contractors and Sedgman have a proven track record in safety management.

Environment

Sonoma Coal values acknowledge that we are guests in the community;

  • Behave as if it's your home;
  • Minimise inconvenience;
  • Be proud of what we leave behind.

Respectfully and actively engage with and enhance our communities;

  • Care about other people;
  • Listen and act on local needs;
  • Get involved in community initiatives

Environmental Program

  • Environmental impact study completed;
  • Environmental Authority granted;
  • Regular quality monitoring of site impact (air, noise, water quality and land);
  • Progressive rehabilitation starting shortly after commencement of mining activities; and
  • Industry best practice methods to be used in environmental management.
  • Regular stakeholder meetings with EPA.