Moroccan mining industry health and safety improvement programme

The Moroccan mining industry is facing some serious health and safety issues. The number of work-related accidents and occupational diseases that are becoming more and more serious seems to be growing compared to other industrial sectors.
Aware of this situation, the EBRD has launched a request for proposals aiming to select a consultant who will be in charge of conducting a study to analyse the health and safety issues of the Moroccan mining industry. This study includes a legal and practical analysis of the situation and puts forward some recommendations to strengthen the capacity of operators and administration in order to align health and safety management in Moroccan mines with the best international practices.