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126 The Australasian Mine Safety Journal Summer 2011/12 Products and services banner MINE SITE SECURITY Mine security – an essential element of the safety mix Remote sites, heavy machinery, underground operations, fatigue and volatile conditions make mining an inherently risky business. In mitigating the dangers and meeting legal and ethical environmental, health and safety (EHS) obligations, only the very best systems will do. S ecurity is an essential element of the safety mix, helping to ensure maximum protection for mine workers and the mine itself. Security requirements vary considerably depending on the type of mine (aboveground, underground or offshore), mineral resource (precious or non precious) and risk level to employees. Beyond safety concerns, false alarms or incidences can result in lost productivity. Mine vehicles can be worth millions of dollars and downtime can be costly so having a security system in place can prove invaluable. ADT Security has developed end-to-end security solutions for mining operations worldwide and is the world's largest and most experienced electronic security solutions provider. As a mine industry specialist, ADT is responsible for helping secure some of Australia's largest mines including Xstrata's mine in Mount Isa, Queensland. ADT Security can design, install and maintain a dependable, effective electronic security solution and integrate them seamlessly with most other existing systems. For instance, ADT's access control technologies can give personnel access to specifi ed areas based on competency, position and level of training. It can assist in accounting for individual's whereabouts in the event of an incident and can be interfaced with 'fi tness for work' programs such as fatigue management and random alcohol testing. Another trend that ADT Security is leading is the integration of security and safety systems with a mine's business management software including enterprise resource planning (ERP). The result is greater transparency, workfl ow effi ciency and control when it comes to testing and training requirements. Backed by proven standards, processes and industry experience, ADT's mining specialists can prepare a thorough risk analysis and identify areas for improvement. By understanding the risks, ADT Security can then design a complete solution, providing all the key elements of mine safety and security including intruder alarms, access control, video surveillance, asset tracking, communications, visitor management and perimeter security technologies – integrating systems where required. To discuss how ADT Security can help you meet all your environmental, health and safety obligations and provide a safe and productive work environment, call 131 238 or visit www.adtsecurity.com.au/mining. ABOUT ADT SECURITY With more than a century's worth of experience and providing electronic security solutions to more than nine million residential, commercial and retail customers worldwide, ADT Security is the world's largest electronic security company. ADT Security's products include alarm systems and integrated security applications that link access control, CCTV, electronic article surveillance and source tagging systems. Media - for further information please contact: Corrina Anderson Write Away Communication + Events Ph: 131 238 Email: corrina@writeaway.com.au