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Pressure Vessel Inspections Periods on a West Australian Mine Site
MSIR - Schedule 3Anyone responsible for managing classified plant on a mine site will be familiar with MSIR 1995 Schedule 3. For those unfamiliar, this section of the MSIR 1995, details the “Maximum periods of inspection of registered classified plant”, including...
Pressure Vessel Inspection Periods
How often should pressure vessels be inspected? Statutory Inspection periods can be tricky to understand especially when it comes to pressure vessels, it might seem like every vessel has a different period of inspection, and that’s because a lot of them do. One...
The Role of a Project Manager
The role of the project manager. The role of a project manager is obviously to manage projects, but what exactly does that entail? Well, a project manager is responsible for the entire project from scope creation to close out. Over a projects life time, the project...
What is Finite Element Analysis?
What is Finite Element Analysis?Real life systems are often far too complex to analyse using simple, rule based formulas. Historically, engineers have dealt with this problem by validating designs with laboratory testing, applying extremely conservative factors of...
Structural Engineering – Safety Beyond the Simple
Structural Safety Structural safety, can be in the unfortunate position of being overshadowed by production goals and easily quantifiable issues, such as slips and trips. How often do you inspect the walkways, structural columns, handrails, tanks etc on your site? Is...
Effective Maintenance Planning
.Maintenance planners ensure that the machinery used in manufacturing, refining and processing plants is in the best possible working order by undertaking a range of maintenance inspections and scheduling maintenance processes. They plan and organise preventative...
What are the implications to ignoring your classified plant?
You have you environmental approvals sorted, your DMIRS Project management plan is signed off. The boats are on their way, product is on the ROM. ‘what about classified plant?’ someone mentions in the morning meeting. Silence………….. If classified plant is not...
Council applications & building approvals
From small residential improvements to large commercial structures, all new developments require different approvals from the local council or regulator. The cost and time needed for the application process is often overlooked by both individuals and even large...
Corrosion – What is it and why should I worry?
Corrosion is defined as; "Destroy or damage (metal, stone, or other materials) slowly by chemical action." - Oxford Dictionary. Put more simply, Corrosion is the process by which something deteriorates because of oxidation, a chemical action with the air, that creates...
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CLIENTS SAY
“The Goldfields Land & Sea Council (GLSC) Aboriginal Ranger program has partnered with Rapallo on a variety of environmental projects for mining proponents. Rapallo has a demonstrated understanding of the complex cultural dynamic of the Aboriginal community and has provided excellent project management and professional guidance to the Rangers, whilst also building in opportunities for shared learning. We look forward to developing this foundation as we expand on the services that Aboriginal Rangers can provide to the region into the future.”
~ Darren Forster, Land & Sea Management Officer, Goldfields Land & Sea Council (GLSC)
“Rapallo is a team of dedicated people. Very professional and responsive to changes and meeting tight deadlines.”
~ David English, Project Manager, Independence Group – Nova Project
"They have always supplied skilled and motivated labour hire personnel that fit in with our business. I would have no hesitation in engaging Rapallo on future projects and would highly recommend their services.”
~ Andrew Reilly, Manager Branch Operations Kalgoorlie, National Pump & Energy
“Keep up the good service and we will continue to utilize the company. I am now utilising Rapallo for all my sentry requirements onsite at BHPB NKC from now on. I will also be looking at utilizing more trades and other services at our site in the future if the situation arises.”
~ Michael Talbot, Maintenance Planner / Shutdown Coordinator
“We choose Rapallo to conduct our statutory classified plant inspection because of their professional service and engineering backup. Not only does Rapallo provide a timely and thorough inspection service, they can back up their recommendations with engineering solutions . All my interactions with Rapallo have been timely, professional and solutions driven. It is a pleasure to have Rapallo as our classified plant inspection vendor and I highly recommend their services.”
~ John Waddell, Maintenance Coordinator Darlot, Goldfields Australia
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