The 19th Inter-Company First Aid Competition (ICFAC)

The 19th Inter-Company First Aid Competition (ICFAC)

Zambia's mining sector came together this past weekend for one of the industry's most anticipated safety showcases — the 19th Inter-Company First Aid Competition (ICFAC) — held at the Lumwana Radiant Football Club Grounds in Kalumbila. The event, hosted by Barrick Lumwana Mining Company Limited in partnership with the Zambia Chamber of Mines and the Chamber of Mines Council for First Aid, brought together 21 elite corporate and mine emergency response teams from across the country to test their life-saving skills under pressure.  This year's competition ran under the theme "First Aid: Where Knowledge Meets Action," a message that echoed…
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Fibreglass vs. Rescue Stretchers: Choosing the Right Equipment for Your Site

Fibreglass vs. Rescue Stretchers: Choosing the Right Equipment for Your Site

When an incident happens on a mine, construction, or industrial site, getting an injured worker out safely and quickly depends on having the right stretcher for the terrain and situation. Not all stretchers are built for the same job — and choosing the wrong one can slow down a rescue or put the patient at further risk. Here's how to decide between fibreglass stretchers and rescue (basket) stretchers for your site. Fibreglass Stretchers Fibreglass stretchers are rigid, board-style stretchers built for stability and ease of use in general first aid and medical response settings.Best suited for: Standard site clinics and…
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