yinhawangka and rio tinto land access protocol
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Yinhawangka and Rio Tinto Land Access Protocol Greater Paraburdoo
Revisions
Version Issue date Nature of amendment
Prepared by Approved by Signature
1.0 1.1
20 January 2016 26 May 2016
Contacts
Hadyn James (Rio Tinto)
Lauren Heinritz (Rio Tinto) John Hughes (Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation)
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Background to Yinhawangka Claim Area
Areas of geographical significance for Rio Tinto across the Yinhawangka claim area include;
Mining operations: Greater Paraburdoo (GPO) Mining deposits: Paraburdoo, Channar and Eastern Range Main roads: Paraburdoo – Tom Price Road Access roads: Rocklea Road Townships: Paraburdoo Cultural significance: Bellary Lore Ground, Magic pool, Howie’s hole, Muduba (Red Ochre),
Mud Spring. Purpose of the Protocol
Rio Tinto has commitments under the Land Access Regional Standard which include granting members of the Traditional Owner group’s access to Rio Tinto Managed Land on terms that reflect safety and in some cases, operational considerations.
The purpose of the Yinhawangka and Rio Tinto Land Access Protocol is to provide a summary of key activities, responsibilities and contact information for Yinhawangka People to safely access country on Rio Tinto mining leases.
The Protocol is between
The Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation and Yinhawangka People; Paraburdoo (GPO): and Rio Tinto Iron Ore (Rio Tinto).
The Protocol area
The Protocol area applies to the: • Entire area Greater Paraburdoo mining lease including mine, camp, railway, track and
access roads
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Major access roads and checkpoints
Between Paraburdoo town and gatehouse at Paraburdoo mine: Rocklea Road
Access is permitted under the below conditions
Escorts are required to gain access to sites within the ‘active mining’ area. Arrangements
need to be made 48 hours prior to accessing being granted
Driver may be breath tested before entry is permitted
Anyone wishing to access the mine site maybe subject to a random Alcohol and Other
Drugs (AOD) test.
General conditions
Access through Rio Tinto operations is subject to the following conditions;
Vehicles:
(Subject to site requirements)
Must be registered and roadworthy (intact, adequate tyres and brakes); and
Must be fitted with a suitable UHF radio and set to channels sign-posted.
Driver:
Must have a valid driver’s licence;
Must follow the Western Australian road rules contained in the Road Traffic Act, 1974 (www.transport.wa.gov.au/licensing) in relation to:
• Safe driving;
• Obtaining a Western Australian licence;
• Major road rules and additional safety advice;
• Emergencies and crashes; and
• The law.
Must comply with all speed limit signs and unauthorised entry signs;
Must follow existing mine access requirements (areas marked on map);
Must not overtake other vehicles without making contact with the other driver by UHF radio and receiving confirmation that it is safe to pass;
Must always follow caution, warning or road status signage and drive to the conditions;
Must ensure that all passengers traveling in the vehicle have a functioning seatbelt and in use at all times; and
Must not exceed the Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of 0.00% (any driver exceeding this limit will be denied access).
Rail Crossings:
Due to the increase in network traffic, changes have been made to level crossings and parts of the access road to improve safety
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Some level crossings and parts of our access road will be closed (locked) to the public, with alternate routes in place. There are still active (open) level crossings available for use, not far from the closed crossings
It is important to plan the journey ahead of time, follow signage and drive to conditions
Maintain current access road permit when using the rail access road
Site access requirements
1. Must make prior arrangements at least 48 hours prior to travel. Escorts are required when accessing any active mining areas. Please use the contact numbers below;
- Greater Paraburdoo: Mark Baggetta T: (08) 91 434 190 M: 0477 351 133
2. Must meet the minimum site PPE requirements, including long sleeved collared shirt, long pants and enclosed footwear (note – no red clothing is to be worn within 3 metres of an operating rail track);
Please note: A quick guide card is also available for keeping in vehicles with all of the above information and contact numbers.
Key contact list: Greater Paraburdoo (RTIO) To arrange an escort contact:
Mark Baggetta: Superintendent Operations Planning, Paraburdoo
08 91 434 190
0477 351 133 Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation (YAC)
Andrew Eastick: Implementation Manager
0448 801 448
Heather Builth: Operations Manager 0409 988 892
John Hughes: CEO 0400 203 861
Rio Tinto Lauren Heinritz: Superintendent Agreements Implementation
0428 915 873
Rio Tinto WA Main Roads
Hadyn James: Implementation Advisor 0467 749 252
For up to date road condition reports 138 138
CONTACT CARDGreater Paraburdoo & Yinhawangka Land Access Protocol
PLEASE CONTACT SITE AT LEAST 48 HOURS BEFORE WANTING TO VISIT
SITE: Greater Paraburdoo (RTIO)
Mark Baggetta:Superintendent Operations Planning, Paraburdoo(TO ARRANGE A ESCORT)
(08) 91 434 190
0477 351 133
Yinhawangka Aboriginal Corporation (YAC)
Andrew Eastick: Implementation Manager
0448 801 448
Heather Builth: Operations Manager
0409 988 892
John Hughes: CEO 0400 203 861
Rio Tinto Lauren Heinritz:Superintendent Agreements Implementation
0428 915 873
Hadyn James: Implementation Advisor
0467 749 252