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1. VENTILATION Sources of potential harm or situations with a potential to cause loss include
Gas
Dust & particulate
Spontaneous combustion
Frictional ignition
Windblast
Heat
Poor / inadequate ventilation
Poor ventilation management
Inadequate ventilation knowledge
2. PRINCIPLES OF VENTILATION
3. PRINCIPLES OF VENTILATION (cont.)
5. Ground Condition Ground conditions in a mine change continuously
Idaho Springs Granite-very competent rock
should always be caution used when working underground
NOTE: Before beginning surveying operation, the back and rib sides must be examined for loose rock condition
If any loose rock is apparent, the mine manager or survey staff must be notified.
6. Signs are for your safety
7. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT This module covers the following sections:
General Requirements
Eye and Face Protection
Hearing Protection
Respirator Protection
Occupational Head Protection
Occupational Foot Protection
Hand Protection
Electrical Protective Devices
Safety Management.
13. Underground Intercom Phones Underground intercom phones are located throughout the mine
Refer to the mine map
To use the phones, depress both the button on the receiver handle and the page button on the phone box
Once a mine official has been contacted, only the button on the receiver handle must be depressed