Coal mining safety inquiry finds inspectors hard to retain due to inadequate pay
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A number of dangers within Queensland's coal mining industry have surfaced as part of an investigation into the sector's safety standards.
Key points:
The Queensland Coal Mining Board of Inquiry has handed down its first set of findings
The mining union says it is crucial the industry adopts the findings to prevent gas-related tragedies
Mining company Anglo American says automation will be a major safety solution
Part one of the inquiry's report has been released, after a set of hearings on gas incidents at other mines including Oaky North, Moranbah North and Grasstree.