Mine safety. Confined spaces. Most workplaces in the US have confined space hazards. Mining is no exception but with different twist. Many confined spaces in mining involved material processing equipment. Crushers, conveyors, and material storage bins. Material engulfment is a hazard that can be present where mined materials are handled. For example, sand and gravel [...]
Fall safety. Almost everyone learns about gravity as a kid. Climbing trees, roller blading, climbing fences. And of course, falling from these or other activities. Gravity has not changed much since we were kids to working adults. The big difference, adults are supposed to be smarter (or at least wiser) than kids. Recognizing a fall [...]
Mine safety for water hazards. Seconds matter. The Mine Safety Health Act requires that water floatation devices be easily accessible when a water hazard exits. Water rescue devices must be easily accessible. I take this to mean that 1) water rescue devices are very kept very close to potential water hazard exposures. 2) All employees [...]