Health Case Studies
The following case studies present examples of health issues, initiatives, projects and programs across the Group that highlight some of the sustainability opportunities and challenges faced by our operations. Case studies are also presented for the areas of safety, environment, community and socio-economic.
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| A long-running health program at Cerrejón is helping to improve the quality of life in host communities | The Cerrejón coal operation (BHP Billiton 33.3% ownership) is located in northeast Colombia, South America. As part of an ongoing effort to improve the quality of life in the Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, Cerrejón conducts an extensive health program that greatly benefits the 8500 people who reside within the operation's area of influence. The program has been maintained and expanded over more than 20 years. |
| Supporting the development of advancements in HIV/AIDS treatments | The management of HIV/AIDS continues to be a critical global health issue. While the prevalence of the disease in the African subcontinent is still increasing, there are also a number of other countries where incidence is increasing and potentially could lead to significant public health challenges. |
| Fit for Work/Fit for Life initiative helps sites to manage health issues in the workplace | Our Fit for Work/Fit for Life initiative promotes a consistent approach to managing employee health issues across the Company. The aim is to ensure our employees are capable of performing all activities required of them and that they are not put at risk while undertaking their jobs. |
| Aluminium CSG implements comprehensive occupational health management strategy | It is recognised that there are a number of health risks associated with the aluminium industry that must be controlled in order to ensure the health and safety of our employees and contractors. To improve the identification and management of these risks, an occupational health management strategy is being implemented across our Aluminium assets. |
| Illawarra Coal develops program to manage employee exposure to diesel exhaust | Our Illawarra Coal operation (New South Wales, Australia) has been undertaking extensive research into diesel exhaust particulate, following studies that showed that exposure to diesel particulate has the potential to cause serious health effects. |
