Anglo American s Moranbah North mine shut after gas levels spark fears for workers safety
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Increased gas levels caused an explosion at the Grosvenor coal mine last year.
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One of the largest underground mines in Queensland has ceased operations to ensure worker safety after increased gas levels were detected.
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The CFMEU says the closure due to threats to safety is a serious concern
The Mining Board of Inquiry continues to investigate a mine blast, which injured five men, at a nearby site last year
Anglo American found heightened gas levels along its longwall at the Moranbah North mine on Saturday.
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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.
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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.
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