Technical Program Overview
Building a Safer Future in Mining: Innovation, Leadership and Legacy
The ISSA 2026 Mine Safety Conference Technical Program brings together mine operators, industry leaders, regulators, and safety experts to tackle the most critical challenges in mining health and safety.
Through engaging technical presentations, expert panels, VISION ZERO presentations, and inspiring plenaries, participants will discover practical, real-world solutions to prevent serious injuries and fatalities, strengthen safety culture, and improve operational performance.
Day 1 – Opening Plenary
Leadership, Culture, Technology & Innovation
Wednesday, September 23, 8:15 to 10:00am
A high-level plenary bringing together executive leadership to discuss how culture, innovation, and technology intersect to drive safer mining operations.
Dr. Mohammed Azman Aziz
Chief Executive Officer
Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial (PERKESO)
Welcome Remarks
Kevin Mooney
President of ISSA
Vice President, Prevention & Employer Services Saskatchewan Workers’ Compensation Board
Welcome Remarks
Mike Court
Senior Vice President of HSEQ and Sustainability Graham
Keynote
Matthew Hallowell
Executive Director
Construction Safety Research Alliance (CSRA)
United States
Keynote
Day 2 – Fireside Chat
Emerging Risks in North America
Thursday, September 24, 8:30 to 10:00am
A focused conversation examining evolving and emerging safety risks impacting the mining industry across North America.
Wayne D. Palmer
Assistant Secretary
MSHA, Assistant Secretary of Labor for Mine Safety and Health United States
Keynote
Rich Nolan
President & CEO National Mining Association United States
Keynote
Zhao Li
Deputy Director, International Relations and Economic Research at the US Department of Labor United States
Moderator
VISION ZERO Presentations
Vision Zero will be featured through dedicated sessions focused on eliminating serious injuries and fatalities through leadership commitment, system design, and continuous improvement.
CSA Technical Committee Participation
The CSA Technical Committee Z259 on Fall Protection will be meeting on site during the conference. Committee members will also lead a dedicated panel discussion as part of the technical program, providing insight into standards development and current issues related to fall protection in mining.