WA FIFO Mining Camp Standards

WA FIFO Mining Camp Standards
The Western Mine Workers Alliance has raised the alarm on camp standards across the Pilbara iron ore industry.

In our survey of over 700 FIFO mineworkers, three-quarters rated their camp as poor and there was near universal support for minimum standards across the industry.

The WA Government is consulting with unions and industry about what minimum standards should be in place.

Based on your feedback and a review of industry best practice, we have identified priority areas.

We are asking you to review and endorse our vision for a Code of Practice for WA FIFO Camp Standards, so that we can advocate for change.

Pledge your support for a Code of Practice for WA FIFO Camp Accommodation and Security.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Phone Number*

Area CodePhone Number
Email*
example@example.com
Gender

MaleFemaleNon-BinaryPrefer not to sayOther
Employer

Rio TintoBHPFMGRoy HillMineral ResourcesCompass ESSSodexoMonosOther
What camp are you in? *
Who are the catering and cleaning companies at your camp?

SodexoCompass ESSISSCiveoBroadspectrumOther
How long have you worked in mining?

Less than 1 year1-5 years5-10 years10+ years
How would you rate the overall quality of your current mining camp?

Very high qualityOkayNeither high nor low qualityCould be betterTerrible
Do you agree that there should be minimum industry standards put into legislation for Mining Accommodation camps that covers things like, room and furnishing standards, camp security, food variety, quality and availability, medical capabilities, workers’ rights to privacy etc.*

AgreeDisagree

When thinking of food in a mining camp, please rate the below from least to most important:

	Lest important	Somewhat important	Important	Quite important	Most important
Quantity
Quality
Variety
Availability

Do you agree that your local Health and Safety Representatives (HSR's) should have the right to inspect and report on conditions in mining camps?

YesNoUnsure
If there were to minimum industry standards for rooms and facilities within mining camps, which of the following do you think should be included? (select multiple if required)

Room sizeBed size and typeLinen qualityEnsuite featuresReliable internet accessAccess to printer/computerDoor and Window securityInsulation in the room for temperature, noise and lightVentilation standards including air-conditioning type, size and maintenanceTV sizeFrigde and refreshment facilitiesCleaning standardsLaundry facilities - minimum requirement for washing machines and dryers/localityOther
Are you required to hotbed your room?

YesNoSometimes
If there were to be minimum standards for security within mining camps, which of the following do you think should be included?

A lawful reason and process to conduct searches of rooms and personal belongingsSecurity camera positioning and access to footageLighting throughout the campProfessional security guards at campsOther
Do you think there should be a process that defines how rooms are allocated? i.e. to minimise hot-bedding, considering what shifts people are on, and male/female ratios.

YesNoUnsure
Do you think there should be minimum industry standards for exercise and recreational facilities? i.e. cleanliness, security, quality of equipment.

YesNoUnsure
Do you think there should be minimum industry standards for food quality and quantity, dining facilities and alcohol pricing?

YesNoUnsure
Do you think there should be minimum medical industry standards, including access to external medical providers and the ability to transport unwell people to medical help ASAP?

YesNoUnsure
Do you have any other comments on Mining Camps?
If you have any photos of your camp facilities and services you'd like to share anonymously, please upload them here:

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Are you a union member?*

YesNo
Would you be interested in joining your union and standing with us?

YesNo
Which union are you a member of?

WMWA (Western Mine Workers' Alliance)AWU (Australian Workers' Union)MEU (Mining and Energy Union)Other
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