South Australian Mines Emergency Response Competition (SAMERC) 2021
26-28 March 2021
Angas Zinc Mine, Strathalbyn SA
The South Australian Mines Emergency Response Competition is designed to test the skills and knowledge of teams who would be called on to respond to a mine emergency. Here in SA, SAMERC aim to design these events for Emergency Service personnel who are green in the role, aiming to give the opportunity to respond to life like scenarios and build on skills.
SAREIC 2020
Date - TBC
Following on from the announcement by the Prime Minister about the restrictions that now apply for non-essential events attended by over 100 people, the South Australian Resources and Energy Conference (SAREIC) will be postponed to a later date, most likely in late October/early November 2020, subject to the all-clear by the Federal and South Australian Governments.

We will advise you of the new dates as soon as we have confirmed a time that works for all of our sponsors, exhibitors and delegates, and look forward to hosting a successful conference for all involved in a more positive and stable environment.
MAQOHSC
Mental Health First Aid Officer Training
​Date - TBC
The Mining and Quarrying Occupational Health and Safety Committee has confirmed that the training has been postponed. A new date will be announced in due course.

The Mining and Quarrying Occupational Health and Safety Committee is pleased to announce our Fully Funded Accredited Mental Health First Aid Officer Training.

Mines and Quarries can nominate workers to complete Accredited Mental Health First Aid Officer training and then appoint them in the workplace to:
  • Promote positive mental health in the workplace to all workers
  • Provide mental health guidance material to workers
  • Complete tool box and information talks on mental health topics
  • Provide mental health first aid within their worksite to workers as needed, at their level of competence and training
  • Assist workers and escalate any mental health matters if required in a prompt and appropriate manner according to their relevant workplace policy and procedures.
South Australian Training Awards 2020
POSTPONED UNTIL 2021
Applications are now open for the South Australian Training Awards, celebrating the impact of Vocational Education and Training (VET) on our state.

These awards acknowledge the achievements of students, trainers, training providers, schools and employers and deliver a range of activities and initiatives designed to highlight the increasing opportunities available to trainees and apprentices in South Australia.

The year-long program presented by the Training and Skills Commission will culminate in a presentation dinner on Friday 4 September.
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In 2020, there will be 12 awards presented - six for individuals and six for organisations - as well as the Voters’ Choice Award, presented to the public’s favourite individual finalist.