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Showing 1 to 20 of 24 for “"mine safety"”.
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Workplace Explosions: A Comparison of the Mine Safety and Health Administration and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
<p>This research compares how the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) prevent the occurrence of and respond to incidents of workplace explosions in their industries. This was a qualitative study that utilized interpretivism as …
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Bureaucratic characteristics and TQM: are they compatible? A case study of the Bureau of Mines Spokane Research Center
<p>The Bureau of Mines Spokane Research Center was formed in 1951 and has responsibility for mine safety, waste disposal, and the protection of ground water. In 1992 the SRC instituted a Total Quality Management hybrid program-- Quality Improvement. Utilizing the case study method of analysis, this …
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Death on the Warwickshire Coalfield: an examination of the contribution of miners, coalowners and the state to the decline in mining fatalities in the British coal industry in the period of expansion 1840 to 1913
Abstract This thesis examines the development of health and safety in the British coalmining industry in the period of rapid expansion 1840 to 1913 through a case study of the Warwickshire coalfield. It will assess the contribution of the miner, the coalowners and the State to improvements to mine …
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Application of water mist to fuel-rich fires in model coal mine entries
… with higher mechanization, the way in which mine safety is approached must also change. This situation was clearly shown in a very devastating coal mine fire in late 1984. In the absence of effective fire-fighting procedures and equipment the affected mine was quickly rendered helpless. Of …
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Microseismic Monitoring of a Room and Pillar Retreat Coal Mine in Southwest Virginia
Ground control, one of the key elements in mine safety, is an issue that warrants continuous improvement in the underground coal industry. The United States experienced over 3,300 injuries and 42 deaths between 2006 and 2012 from the fall of a roof or rib (MSHA, 2015). Out of the underground coal …
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A New Rock Bolt Design Criterion and Knowlwdge-based Expert System for Stratified Roof
… and field investigations conducted by the Mine Safety and Health Administration of the US Department of Labor. A user-friendly Windows-based program was implemented using KAPPA environment. After identifying the problem, the KBES searches its knowledge base and reasons out the most likely, …
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Development and Application of a Risk-Based Online Body-of-Knowledge for the U.S. Underground Coal Mining Industry: RISKGATE-US COAL
… mining industry, such as the Upper Big Branch mine explosion, illustrates the need for improved methods of major safety hazard identification and control. While many solutions to reducing the risk of mine disasters have been proposed, including stricter regulation and improved technology, a …
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Examination of occupational health and safety systems in selected mining companies on the Copperbelt province of Zambia
… have continued to occur. This Study sought to examine Occupational Health and Safety systems of selected mining companies on the Copperbelt Province of Zambia. The mining industry is expected to comply with the ISO 45001 on occupational health and safety. ISO 45001 is an ISO standard for …
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Multiphysics Coupling Analysis of Indicator Gas Variations Induced by Coal Spontaneous Combustion in Longwall Goaf
… longwall goaf is critical for preventing coal mine spontaneous combustion (sponcom). In prior studies, coal self-heating temperature and variations of gas products are often analysed independently, making it challenging to comprehensively reveal their dynamic interrelations. Moreover, the gas …
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An Interactive Digital Manual For Safety Around Conveyor Belts In Surface Mining
… accidents are mainly attributed to negligence of safety procedures during maintenance work. Entanglement, falling from heights, & collapse of structure or loose materials are the main cause of accidents. While performing maintenance tasks such as cleaning, installation and repair, belt alignment …
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Longwall mining, subsidence, and protection of water resources in Virginia
… for an increasing proportion of underground coal mine production. lt is a highly productive, capital intensive method that provides a degree of mine safety greater than conventional methods. However, subsidence caused by Iongwall mining has been blamed for, among other things, damaging wells, …
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Experimental and Theoretical Studies of Kinetics and Quality Parameters to Determine Spontaneous Combustion Propensity of U.S. Coals
… is one of the most serious problems to mine safety and production in the global coal industry. It is considered to be the trigger for fires and explosions in underground coal mines especially for gassy mines. Such thermal events are not easily detectable since they normally occur in …
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The fundamentals of the separation of a mixture of hydrogen and carbon dioxide by gaseous diffusion
… Ultra Efficient Filter media mat obtained from Mine Safety Appliance Company. It was found that the hydrogen permeated at a rate greater than could be explained by diffusion alone, but which could be closely accounted for when adsorption and adsorbed flow were taken into account. The separation …
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Evaluation of strata conditions and performance of support systems of the Emerald Shaft Gold Mine in Gauteng Province of South Africa
… stresses pose significant threats to both safety and production, highlighting the need for effective strata control measures. This study aimed to evaluate the strata conditions and performance of support systems of the Emerald Shaft Gold Mine to ensure long-term stability. The objectives of …
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Rapid FTIR analysis for respirable crystalline silica monitoring in coal mines using readily available sampling equipment
In coal mines, workers can be exposed to respirable coal mine dust (RCMD) in conjunction with respirable crystalline silica (RCS). Overexposure can pose serious health risks, including development of coal workers' pneumoconiosis (CWP) (also known as "black lung"). CWP has the potential to progress …
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Optimizing Pillar Design for Improved Stability and Enhanced Production in Underground Stone Mines
"Safety is a value, not just a Priority" Geomechanically stable underground excavations require continuous assessment of rock mass behavior for maximizing safety. Optimizing pillar design is essential for preventing hazardous incidents and improving production in room-and-pillar mines. Maintaining …
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VOC Interference with Standard Diesel Particulate Analysis for Mine Samples: Exploring Sources and Possible Solutions
… to chronic and acute illness. In underground mines, workers can be exposed to high concentrations for extended periods of time. Therefore, Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) enforces personal exposure and engine emission limits. These regulations target just the solid portion of …
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The Mining and Resource Contractors Safety Training Association (MARCSTA) and the efficacy of a generic occupational health and safety induction system when used across an industry
The Mining and Resource Contractors Safety Training Association (MARCSTA) developed a generic occupational health and safety (OHS) induction program that was first used by the metalliferous mining industry in Western Australia (WA) in 1996. Subsequently the mining industry in Tasmania has adopted …
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A Series of Studies to Support and Improve DPM Sampling in Underground Mines
… risks and other respiratory issues. Underground miners have some of the highest exposures to DPM, due to work in confined spaces with diesel powered equipment. Large-opening mines present particular concerns because sufficient ventilation is very challenging. In such environments, reliable DPM …
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The Assessment of Sonic Waves and Tracer Gases as Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Methods for In-Situ Underground Mine Seals
Since the MINER Act of 2006, the minimum static load of in-situ underground mine seals has been increased from 20-psi to either 50-psi if monitoring is conducted or 120-psi if left unmonitored. These minimum strength requirements in seals must be designed, built, and maintained throughout the …
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