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The safe use of refuse collection vehicle hoists and bins
Examples of risks of injury to workers and members of the public involved with wheeled refuse collection bins and wheeled waste bins and indicates some protective measures and safe operating procedures that can be used to minimise these risks. ... Read more
The Segas Professional software
Problem The constant monitoring of explosive gas in underground coal mines gas is very important for the safety of mine personnel on a day to day basis. The data collected should also allow for interpretation and extrapolation of the mine atmospheric... Read more
Major Hazard Standard Related Document: Guidelines for Slope Stability
There are six areas covered in this document: 1 Guidelines for Slope Stability Dossier; 2 Guidelines for Data Collection; 3 Guidelines for Slope Stability Analyses; 4 Guidelines for Slope Monitoring; 5 Guidelines for Investigating and Mining Through Voids; 6 Guidelines... Read more
Study of the introduction of computerization and automation of drilling and heading machines in small workings
This document covers: The application of new computer and automation techniques to drilling machines or other machinery used in drivages is likely to produce significant improvements in: Working conditions and pit performance. The aim of the project was to identify... Read more
Biological Monitoring
This guideline suggests appropriate biological monitoring procedures for workers who may be exposed to toxic substances. Aspects of this issue including sampling techniques, collection methods, interpretation of results and ethics are addressed. Substances specifically covered are lead, mercury, arsenic, thallium... Read more
Radiation Dose Assessment Guideline
This guideline aims to explain and outline the approved methodology in Western Australia for radiation dose assessment. Mine operators need to observe accepted radiation protection practices in order to prevent acute radiation effects and to limit chronic effects to an... Read more
Major Hazard Standard Related Document - Ground Control Plan Template
This Ground Control Plan (GCP) outlines the system used to manage ground control at WMC Mine XXXX. All aspects of ground control are included in the Plan from data collection, through the design phase to the requirements for SWPs. This... Read more
Major Hazard Standard Related Document - Fire Control Plan Template
This Fire Control Plan (FCP) outlines the system used to prevent and control fire at XXXX Operation. All aspects of fire control are included in the Plan from data collection, through the design phase to the requirements for Standard Work... Read more
High Pressure Air Hose Burst on Exploration Drill Rig
What A high-pressure air hose burst on a surface exploration drill rig while the driller was attempting to clear a blockage in the hose. The burst hose propelled the sample collection cyclone towards the driller who was operating the drill rig.... Read more
Incorrect Wiring Of PIlot Wire Circuit
What A Gate End Box (GEB) was returned to a coalmine from an AS3800 accredited workshop after having a "Code D" overhaul. The GEB was tested and tagged by an electrician at the mine as ready for use and sent underground.... Read more
EHS External Communication Guideline
This Standard defines what WMC requires of EHS staff who have contact with external Interested Parties, including Regulators, Statutory Authorities, and other external parties such as media and individual members of the public. Collectively these organisations and individuals are referred... Read more
HIAS Reporting System
Problem Workplace complacency can often lead exposing personnel to unnecessary risks while performing regular duties Solution The Hazard / Incident / Accident / Suggestion (HIAS) reporting system identifies and eliminates hazards in a timely manner, while involving the entire workforce Benefits Develops a strong reporting... Read more
Surface Nonmetal Mine (Cement Plant) Fatal Fall of Person Accident; Royal Cement Company (mine) Royal Cement Company, Incorporated Logandale, Clark
What A 58 year-old lab technician with 5 years mining experience was fatally injured at a cement plant. The victim was attempting to gather a sample when he lost his balance and fell into a pit where hot precipitator dust was... Read more
New Approach Controls Dust at the Collector Dump Point
Problem The drill's dust collector dumps fine material onto the bench and generates respirable dust. The device collects dry dust from the space below the drill table that is enclosed by the shroud. This area contains respirable dust from the fine... Read more
An Underground Coal Mine Fire Preparedness and Response Checklist: The Instrument
Provides a detailed description of a data collection instrument used to profile the fire prevention and response capabilities of a mine site ... Read more
Worker Responses To Realistic Evacuation Training
This paper discusses the data collected during an emergency evacuation training exercise at an underground mine in the United States. The focus of this paper is on the human reaction to smoke and the use of personal protective equipment ... Read more
Fatal Accidents Due to Flyrock and Lack of Blast Area Security and Working Practices in Mining
This paper briefly describes six representative fatalities due to flyrock and lack of blast area security in coal and nonmetal mines. Several mines were visited to collect information relative to working practices aimed at mitigating blasting hazards. Salient information obtained... Read more
Analysis of the Interaction Between Mobile Roof Supports and Mine Strata
To provide a better understanding of the mechanics of strata deformation, the authors have collected and reviewed measurements of convergence and stress in one western U.S. mine and have completed pseudo-three-dimensional, boundary-element modeling for two typical pillar-pulling plans ... Read more
Underground Coal Mine Fatal Electrical Accident No. 4 Mackie J Coal Company, Inc. Whitewood, Buchanan, Virginia
What A 43 year old laborer was fatally injured while performing electrical work on the 12,470 volt underground power center located on the 001-0 section. During retreat mining a length of high voltage cable was removed. Problems were encountered with re-energizing... Read more
Material Properties Affecting the Stability of a 50-Year-Old Rock Dump in an Active Mine
Material properties affecting slope stability were measured in a large 50-year-old, partially consolidated rock dump located in an active open-pit mine. Field tests included single-ring infiltration and density. In addition, a nuclear depth-moisture gauge was used to measure water content... Read more
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