An unexpected snake encounter became a valuable safety lesson at Steenkampskraal. While walking home, our HR Manager spotted a snake near the path. Our SHEQ Manager, recently trained in snake handling, responded swiftly and safely captured a Beetz’s Tiger Snake (Telescopus beetzi), native to Namaqualand. The snake was relocated to a safe area, protecting both staff and wildlife. This incident underscores the value of ongoing safety training and environmental awareness. Our snake handling course equips staff to manage wildlife encounters responsibly. Steenkampskraal remains committed to safety, preparedness, and environmental stewardship.
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’n Onverwagte slang-ontmoeting het ’n waardevolle veiligheidsles by Steenkampskraal geword. Terwyl sy huis toe gestap het, het ons HR-bestuurder ’n slang naby die pad opgemerk. Ons SHEQ-bestuurder, wat onlangs opleiding in slangehantering voltooi het, het vinnig gereageer en die Beetz-se Tier Slang (Telescopus beetzi), ’n inheemse spesie van Namakwaland, veilig gevang. Die slang is versigtig na ’n veilige area verskuif, wat beide personeel en wildlewe beskerm het. Hierdie voorval beklemtoon die waarde van voortgesette veiligheidopleiding en omgewingsbewustheid. Ons slangehanteringskursus rus personeel toe om verantwoordelik op wildlewe-ontmoetings te reageer. Steenkampskraal bly toegewyd aan veiligheid, paraatheid en verantwoordelike omgewingsbestuur.
About Steenkampskraal
Steenkampskraal Monazite Mine (SMM) aims to become a leading producer of rare earth elements (REEs) and thorium, specifically focusing on monazite extraction. Located in South Africa, the mine boasts significant deposits of monazite, mineral rich in REEs essential for various industries such as electronics, renewable energy, and defense. Steenkampskraal’s business strategy emphasizes sustainable mining practices, technological innovation, and strategic partnerships to ensure long-term success.
