Mining Operations Safety Precautions

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What is one of the essential considerations related to haul roads?

They are kept maintained (correct)

Their usage is restricted to daytime only

Their design is finalized before construction

Their construction is postponed until after mining

What is a key consideration for overburden dumps?

Their stability is not endangered (correct)

Their height is limited to 10 meters

Their location is determined by wind direction

Their construction is completed in a single day

What is an important aspect of environmental control in mining?

Implementing dust control measures (correct)

Planting trees around the mine site

Installing wind turbines

Implementing noise control measures

What is a primary concern in mining operations?

Maintaining haul roads and ensuring stability of overburden dumps Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of implementing dust control measures in mining?

Minimizing environmental impact Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring proper observance of the Act and regulations in the assigned district of the mine?

Sirdar Signup and view all the answers

What should the sirdar pay particular attention to during inspections?

Edges of the goaf Signup and view all the answers

What should the sirdar do if they find a person in a place other than the one assigned to them?

Order the person out of the mine and report the matter to their superior official Signup and view all the answers

What should the sirdar ensure regarding inexperienced persons in the mine?

They are employed on any work except under the supervision of an experienced person Signup and view all the answers

What should the sirdar do after completing the first inspection of the district?

Proceed to the station specified under regulation 129 and instruct all persons as to their places of work Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the responsibilities of a sirdar in terms of ensuring safety in the district?

To ensure that a suitable wooden bunton or pole is kept at convenient places in the district Signup and view all the answers

What should a sirdar do if they observe a dangerous place during inspections?

Withdraw all persons from the place and ensure the danger is removed Signup and view all the answers

What should a sirdar do during dangerous operations?

Be present throughout and ensure due precautions are taken Signup and view all the answers

What should a sirdar do if they find an accumulation of inflammable or noxious gases?

Take precautions as specified in regulation 166 and wait for instructions Signup and view all the answers

What is a sirdar required to do in the event of an accident?

Proceed to the place of accident, inspect the place, and supervise the rescue operations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Duties and Responsibilities of Sirdar

The sirdar is responsible for the district of the mine assigned to them by the manager or assistant manager.
The sirdar must ensure proper observance of the requirements of the Act and regulations, and report any contravention to their superior official.
The sirdar is responsible for conducting inspections and making reports, including examining edges of the goaf, checking supports, and presence of gas.

Inspections and Reports

The sirdar must make inspections and reports as required by the regulations.
The sirdar must pay particular attention to edges of the goaf, checking supports, and presence of gas during inspections.

Supervision and Control

The sirdar must ensure that no inexperienced person is employed on any work except under the supervision of an experienced person.
The sirdar may order any person out of the mine if they find them in a place other than the one assigned to them, and must report the matter to their superior official.
The sirdar must see that the roof and sides of all traveling roadways and working places in their district are made and kept secure.

Safety Precautions

The sirdar must ensure that a suitable wooden bunton or pole is kept at convenient places in the district to effectively test the roof.
The sirdar must report to their superior official any deficiency in timber, support materials, appliances, and other necessaries required for the safe working of the district.
The sirdar must see that no support is withdrawn except by means of a safety prop-withdrawer.

Emergency Response

If the sirdar observes any dangerous place during inspections or receives a report of danger, they must withdraw all persons from the place and not leave until the danger is removed.
The sirdar must take care that any dangerous operation is carried out with due precautions, and be present throughout the operation.
The sirdar must cause the entrance to every place that is not in actual use to be fenced across the whole width to prevent persons from entering.

Accident Response

The sirdar must proceed to the place of accident, inspect the place, and supervise rescue operations if required.
The sirdar must report or send notice of the accident to the manager or assistant manager.