Description
Mining is one of the most physically and mentally demanding industries, requiring workers to perform at a consistently high level in challenging environments. This presentation introduces the concept of the Mining Athlete, reframing mine workers as high-performance professionals whose health, readiness, and recovery directly impact safety, productivity, and retention.
Mynwell’s approach focuses on proactive, on-site health and wellness services that support both the body and mind. This session will highlight the benefits of dedicated physical and mental health professionals delivering early intervention and treatment specific to the mining industry. Through job-specific injury prevention, pre-shift stretching & warm-ups, the program has been able to prepare workers for the physical demands of each shift meanwhile reducing overall sprains & strains. Quick access and thorough assessments of worker injuries allowed for an overall 77% reduction in injury recovery time.
This presentation will also highlight the importance of accessible on-site mental health services to address stress, fatigue, and burnout—key contributors to absenteeism and turnover. By maintaining ongoing physical and mental readiness, Mynwell helps mine sites reduce injury rates, improve work task performance, and support long-term workforce sustainability. Attendees will gain insight into how to deliver wellness programming for the Mining Athlete’s, resulting in a healthier workforce, stronger safety culture, and increased overall worker availability.