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Technical Papers Issued by the Technical Committee
of
The Institute of Quarrying Australia Introduction
The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) is a professional body which unites people of the industry throughout Australia. It is an educator, a conduit for knowledge and an advocate for standards and legislation.
Quarries provide earth materials such as sand, gravel, crushed rock and clay that we process into raw material inputs for buildings and construction, agriculture and industrial processes. Approximately 90% of the output from quarries in Australia is used in the building and construction industries. In determining or identifying the competencies needed in the industry the Technical Committee looks at them from two perspectives: firstly the needs of the site; and then, the needs of the individuals employed at, or serving the site. It is in this respect that the Technical Committee looks at what topics and issues are of major concern to both the individual and the site in deciding to publish its Technical Update Reports. The IQA Technical Committee consists of practicing quarry professionals who are involved in the various sectors of the extractive industries in Australia. The IQA, as the professional quarry industry body in Australia, issues these update reports in the interests of professional development and as an aid to ensure ongoing competency at the work site. Dave Cilento
General Manager
Metromix
and
Chairman
IQA Technical Committee
The information available in these publications are intended for use by members of IQA and authorised recipients. It is provided for information purposes only. Before relying on this information, you should verify the accuracy and completeness. We encourage you to seek professional advice before relying on this information to determine if it is relevant to your individual circumstances. The author, IQA, its directors, officers and employees are not liable without limitation for any consequences incurred, or any loss or damage suffered (directly or indirectly) by any individual or corporation as a result of their reliance on the information contained in this publication. To the maximum extent permitted by law, IQA and all associated entities, exclude all liability (including in negligence) in respect of the publication.
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