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Impact of Control Parameters on Shearer-Generated Dust Levels
Previous research on continuous mining operations has shown that significant interactions exist between dust-control parameter application and the resulting respirable dust levels. However, simply increasing the level of the controls does not guarantee a reduction in respirable dust levels. Full-scale... Read more
Exposure Standards and Action Levels Guideline
This document defines: the exposure standards which apply to ensure statutory compliance the action levels which apply to ensure that the risks associated with exposure to hazardous substances are maintained within acceptable limits the actions required when action levels or... Read more
HOW TO ASSESS RISK LEVELS AND DECIDE ON ACTION Steps to Ensure Acceptable Risk Levels And Determine Appropriate Action
What Flow chart - How to assess risk levels and decide on action ... Read more
Whole-body vibration on agricultural vehicles: evaluation of emission and estimated exposure levels
A study to quantify whole-body vibration (WBV) emission and estimated exposure levels in agricultural vehicles (tractors, self-propelled sprayers and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs)). The potential consequences of WBV operator exposure level limitationswere also considered. ... Read more
Case study: Establishing the business case for investing in stress prevention activities and evaluating their impact on sickness absence levels
Case study describes the processes and interventions to improve wellbeing / quality of working life of employees, including reducing workplace stress and the level of sickness absence within the organisation. ... Read more
Trends in risk levels - Norwegian shelf
The summary report from Phase 5 (2004) of the project. Phase 5 of the project has continued the work of earlier phases, at the same time as the project has been developed further by putting to use new methods to... Read more
Controlling Dust Levels Underground Remains a Focus Area
Silica dust in the air, generally as particles too small to be visible to the naked eye, is an inevitable accompaniment to South African gold mining. The inhalation of silica dust may cause silicosis, an occupational lung disease (OLD). ... Read more
MONITORING THE COMPETENCY, CAPABILITIES AND VULNERABILITY LEVELS OF OUTSOURCED SECURITY PROVIDERS
Security guards are exposed to higher risks. These risks could be reduced by training, provision of equipment and management of identified risks. ... Read more
Safer mine layouts for underground stone mines subjected to excessive levels of horizontal stress
NIOSH continues to study the impact of different mine layouts to control the damaging effects and resultant hazardous conditions of horizontal stress in underground stone mines. Successful stable mine designs need to be identified and communicated so that safer... Read more
MDG 15 Guideline for Mobile and Transportable Equipment for Use in Mines
This guideline addresses the safety requirements for the design, manufacture and operation of mobile and transportable equipment used in mines. It outlines general requirements as well as requirements for design and manufacture of specific components such as brakes, conveyors, fire... Read more
MDG 17 Mechanical Design Guidelines for the Construction of Continuous Miners
A guideline on the mechanical safety features to be installed on new continuous miners in NSW. The guideline covers the physical parameters that will be assessed prior to approval, including ergonomics and controls, brakes, hydraulic systems, noise levels, protective canopies,... Read more
Underground Ventilation (Metalliferous Mines)
This guideline is designed to aid in understanding of ventilation in underground metalliferous mines. Guidance and recommendations are provided with respect to legislation and design considerations. Including, primary and secondary ventilation, intake air, planning and practice, and specific... Read more
Noise Control in Mines : Guideline
This guideline was issued to promote the implementation of an effective noise control program in mines with the aim of reducing the risk of noise induced hearing loss amongst the mining workforce. It describes regulatory requirements for noise control management,... Read more
Surface Rock Support for Underground Mines
A Code of Practice designed to detail surface rock support requirements in high headings in underground mining operations in Western Australia. Outlined are several ground control methods, including controlled drill and blast, scaling and ground support. The need... Read more
Best Practice Isolation
Problem Accidental start-up of plant and machinery place out of service with paper tags or locks have occurred resulting in injuries to persons Solution A personal isolation system that requires the verification of any lockout before work commences and/or the machinery/plant is restarted.... Read more
Minerals Industry Safety Handbook Part 5 : Equipment and Machinery
This chapter of the Minerals Industry Safety Handbook covers the mine site hazards associated with machinery. Sections in this chapter cover hazards and where they may occur (confined spaces, elevated platforms etc.), hazardous plant (pressure vessels, guarding of moving parts),... Read more
MINER KILLED IN UNDERGROUND SHAFT (Updated Alert)
What An employee was travelling in a man-riding cage, operated by a winder driver, when his head was caught between a cage component and the shaft platform at one of the levels underground. The employee died as a result of his... Read more
Safety Tag
Problem An employee did not know the (PPE) requirements and provision of baseline noise levels in decibels (dB) before turning on power tools Solution The safety tag provides the user with general safety awareness by means of reinforcement of personal protective equipment (PPE)... Read more
SHEC Corporate Management System Standard: Awareness, Training and Competence
This Standard forms a major part of the Management System Element - Awareness, Training, and Competence. The purpose of this Standard is to detail the process by which all ACApl operations: Identify their SHEC induction requirements; Identify their SHEC training... Read more
Load Haul Dump Operator Fractures Wrist
What An operator fractured his wrist when he slipped and fell to the ground after checking the radiator header tank water level. Why Due to the location of the machine standard cooling system header tank the operator could not check it from ground... Read more
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