The competition is in accordance with the prescriptions of the Mine Quarries, Works and Machinery Regulation and it is also BCL mine’s bid to promote the practice of first aid in the workplace and foster a culture of safe behaviour and responsible practices among mine workers and the community. In his remarks during the competitions, the mine’s managing director Dan Mahupela highlighted that the mine values first aid, thus the reason why lack of sponsorship did not discourage them to hold the competition. He emphasised the importance of first aid, indicating that it has significantly saved a lot of lives at the mine. “As you may be aware, we have experienced quite a number of accidents at our mine, with the latest having claimed some lives. However, some of the victims of this horrific accident are alive and here with us today thanks to first aid,” he said.
Mahupela said many lives that have been lost in the country due to road accidents could have been saved if members of the public had knowledge on first aid, highlighting the need for everyone to be equipped with first aid skills.
