1. GENERAL AND UNDERGROUNDMINING INDUCTION

2. INFORMATION AND AGENDA EMERGENCY EVACUATION, EXITS & MUSTER POINT MOBILE PHONES TOILETS BREAKS/LUNCH SMOKERS PAPERWORK & BOOKLET HUMAN RESOURCES (HR) FINISH TIME 2 3. AUMS OUR OBJECTIVESWe will provide you with the knowledge and skills so thatyou can work in a safe and responsible manner.All employees have access to training. We want to helpyou become competent in your work.Our aim is to return you home healthy with no injury.AUMS BELIEVES ALL TASKS CAN BE DONE SAFELY, AT WORKAND AT HOME, 24 HOURS A DAY 7 DAYS A WEEK. 3 4. LEGISLATION GHANA MINES ACTAUMS operates under Ghanaian law.Breaking the law means AUMS as a company, as well asindividuals can be prosecuted, fined and even jailed.In terms of the law, health and safety representatives areelected by the workforce. They are the spokespersons forall health and safety issues. 4 5. DUTY OF EMPLOYERSAs far as possible provide and maintain a workingenvironment in which employees are not exposed tohazards. This means that the company must have :Safe plant, equipment, PPE and safe working proceduresMethods of consultation and co operationInform, instruct, train and supervise in the safe use,handling, storage, transport and disposal of plant andsubstances 5 6. DUTY OF EMPLOYEESDuty of Employees - 1To take reasonable care for yoursafety and the safety of others. 6 7. DUTY OF EMPLOYEESDuty of Employees - 2Come to work in a fit state 7 8. FITNESS FOR WORK 8 9. FITNESS FOR WORKFactors that affect fitness for work Lack of sleep and fatigue Stress (work, marital, financial) Alcohol and hangovers Drugs and prescription medication Illness and injury Working hours 9 10. ALCOHOL AND DRUGS10 11. ALCOHOL AND DRUGS All AUMS employees and Contractors haverandom alcohol and drug tests. Everyemployee must have a breath test beforework Any blood alcohol reading above 0.00% isregarded as a positive result. In otherwords, the limit is NIL 11 12. SMOKINGSmoking is not permitted In any vehicle Inside any enclosed area In offices, chop houses and buildings12 13. SMOKINGSmoking is not permitted Underground Within 10m of explosives and 30m of a re fuelling station Where signs, laws or company rules prohibit smoking 13 14. WORKING SAFELYOVERVIEW Incident and Accident Reporting Injury Reporting and Workers Compensation Risk Management and Hazard Identification JSA training Fire Safety Personal Protective Equipment Mobile Equipment and Vehicles14 15. WORKING SAFELY Isolation and Tagging Electrical Safety Chemicals and Hazardous Substances Manual Handling Maintenance Operations Working At Heights 15 16. INCIDENT AND ACCIDENT REPORTING ALL accidents, incidents and near misses must be reported, no matter how minor. Near Hit Equipment damage Fire Injury EnvironmentalYou help us when you report incidentsIf we know about it, we can deal with it16 17. INCIDENT AND ACCIDENT REPORTING INJURIES All injuries, no matter how minor, must be reported to your supervisor by no later than the end of the shift. The injury must be recorded on an Incident Report Form (IRF).Failure to report an injury couldstop you from receiving workerscompensation17 18. INJURIES AND TREATMENT 18 19. INJURIES AND TREATMENTPROCEDURE WHEN YOU HAVE AN INJURY Report to your Supervisor. Report to the safety office and then follow up withInternational SOS or the site medical centre. If further medical treatment is required, transport willbe provided to closest medical facility or return homefor treatment. 19 20. EMERGENCY RESPONSEIn an emergency refer to the site specific process for raisingthe alarm. Do not disturb the scene of a serious accidentunless required to render first aid 20 21. EMERGENCY RESPONSEGive this information: Name, location, type of incident,number of casualties and state of casualties. Stay on phone orin contact.21 22. COMMUNICATIONAUMS communicates information in many ways such assafety meetings 22 23. COMMUNICATIONAUMS communicates information in many ways such asSafety Time Out 23 24. COMMUNICATIONAUMS communicates information in many ways such as notice boards 24 25. HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONWhat is a Hazard?Anything that has the potential to causeharm, injury or illness to personnel, damage toequipment or the environment.25 26. HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONWHERE ARE THE HAZARDS ? 26 27. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION WHERE ARE THE HAZARDS ?27 28. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION28 29. HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONWHERE ARE THE HAZARDS ? 29 30. HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONIS THIS A HAZARD ? 30 31. HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONARE THEY AT RISK ? 31 32. HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONWild animals are dangerous a hazardous environment andvery risky for people What makes it safe? The vehicle? The game guides? A firearm? 32 33. HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONThe relationship between hazard and risk : Hazards have the POTENTIAL to cause harm A hazard will not harm if there is no activity Activity needs to be exposed to the hazard to becomerisky, and high exposure to hazards mean more chanceof getting hurt, low exposure means less chance ofgetting hurt The level of control over risk determines the likelihoodgetting hurt by a hazard. High control level equals lowerrisk of getting hurt. 33 34. HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONExamples of low / high levels of exposure to hazards andthe related risks : Potassium Dichromate is a highly toxic chemical. It isused in breathalisers. However, it is sealed in a tube, anddoes not come into contact with the person. Thereforealthough it is a highly hazardous substance, it does notpresent any risk to anybody. Example of high control. Flour is a very low toxic substance. Many years of highexposure (as a baker) to airborne flour could lead toasthma. Low control over this hazard means high risk. 34 35. RISK ASSESSMENT AND CONTROLConsists of 3 parts:1. Identification2. Assessment of Risk3. Controls to reduce risk This can be also be remembered byacronym of SAM - Spot the hazard, Assessthe risk and Make the change. 35 36. RISK ASSESSMENT AND CONTROL36 37. RISK ASSESSMENT AND CONTROL37 38. RISK ASSESSMENT AND CONTROLAUMS uses formal and informal methods of identifyingand reporting hazards in the workplace. Verbal reporting Pre start checks on equipment Safe Workplace Inspection Checklists (SWIC) Job Safety Analysis (JSA) Workplace inspections Incident / Accident Report Forms 38 39. RISK ASSESSMENT AND CONTROLSWICA Safe Workplace Inspection Checklist(SWIC) must be completed wheneveryou enter a new work area.All employees shall complete at least oneper shift.39 40. RISK ASSESSMENT And CONTROL40 41. RISK ASSESSMENT And CONTROL41 42. RISK ASSESSMENT AND CONTROL If it is safe, fix or remove a hazard as soon as possible. If you are unable to remove or fix the hazard, you have a responsibility to: report it to your Supervisor immediately. barricade or isolate the hazard. make sure that others are aware of the hazard 42 43. RISK ASSESSMENT AND CONTROL Scenario for assessing risk :Two trucks travelling at speed on a haul road arrive at an intersection. (No controls in place).What is the consequence and likelihood? 43 44. RISK ASSESSMENT AND CONTROLConsequence - fatalitiesLikelihood - very likely to happenNeed to reduce the risk by putting controls in place 44 45. RISK ASSESSMENT AND CONTROL After implementing controls, reassess level of riskto determine if it is acceptable.Aim is for As Low as Reasonably Practicable ALARP If risk is unacceptable, Do Not perform task, notifysupervisor.Reassess risk of vehicle incident? Have you reduced the consequence and likelihoodof the incident? 45 46. CONTROLLING RISKS THE JSAWhat is a JSA ?A method to identify hazards with a job so that controls canbe used to reduce the risk or potential for injury and loss46 47. CONTROLLING RISKS THE JSAWhen is a JSA required? New job or unfamiliar task. New equipment, machinery or procedures. Unusual conditions Infrequent operation Previous incidents have occurred both safetyand environmental. Whenever a concern is raised about a task. 47 48. CONTROLLING RISKS THE JSAWho should be involved indoing a JSA? Everyone who is requiredto do the task wherethere is significant risk Supervisor Safety and training officeror safety rep Trades personnel48 49. CONTROLLING RISKS THE JSA3 STEPS1. Break the job downinto steps2. Identify hazards3. Implement Controls 49 50. JSA Work Sheet Activity 3 Flat tyre on a LV.JOB SAFETY ANALYSIS WORKSHEETJOB: PAGE:1 OFFACILITY/SITE: TrainingDEPARTMENT:SUPERVISOR:Your Name SignatureTEAM MEMBERS: Todays DateDATE:Required Additional Personal Protective Equipment:List associated Safe Work Procedures / Safe Work Guidelines:Step Describe Job Step Potential Hazards Hazard Management / ControlNo.List the natural steps of the job (List WHAT is What can happen at each step? Use the following checklist.Describe how defined hazards can be managed, controlled or removed.to be done, NOT HOW it is to be done).Can employee be struck by / caught on / contacted by / struck Consider elimination / substitution, engineering controls, administrativeagainst / contacted with / trapped in / exposed to / caught controls, personal protective equipment.between / have same level or different level fall / strain /overexert?1Pull over & shut downHit by another car, Losing controlIndicate, check mirrors and look. Slow down gradually 2 Get equipment out and set up Park off highway, Hazard lights, Warning triangles. Hit by another vehicle, back strain, abrasions . Correct lifting technique,, wear gloves 3Loosen wheel nuts & Jack up Fall off jack, Back strain Caught under, Slip /Chock wheels, Hand brake, In gear, Correct jack /the car Trip placement, Hard level ground, Tyre under pillar, Correct lifting 4 Tech Remove and replace tyreSame as step 3 +, wire protruding from tyre.Same as step 3 & wear gloves. 5Lower Car & tighten wheelSame as step 3Same as step 3 but lower the car slowly and steadilynuts keeping body parts away from underneath the car 6 Pack up equipment Same as step 2 Same as step 2 7 Same as step 1 Same as step 1 but speed up gradually. Pull back out onto highway 51. FIRE SAFETYAlways identify the location, typeand condition of the portable fireextinguishers in your work area It is important to keep extinguishers unobstructed for emergency use51 52. FIRE SAFETYDRY CHEMICAL POWDER - red with a white bandUse on live electrical equipmentUse onwood, paper, oil, kerosene, petrol, textiles, acetylene, and LPGAll heavy vehicles haveAFFF systems installed.They will suppress a firethat starts in the enginecompartment, and isactivated by the operator52 53. FIRE SAFETYCheck the GaugeCheck the pin is in place.Check theCheck the handleInspection tag trigger mechanism Check the hoseCheck the cylinder 53 54. FIRE SAFETYUse the PASS method when you are extinguishing a fire54 55. FIRE SAFETYWhen attempting to extinguish a fire you should always:Stand upwind of the fireStand up hill of the fireStay down lowAim at the base of fire55 56. FIRE SAFETYPREVENTION IS ALWAYS BETTER THAN THE CUREBe aware of your surroundings when doing hot workKeep combustible chemicals and materialsaway from possible ignition sources. 56 57. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTPersonal Protective Equipment(PPE) is anything worn on yourperson to protect you fromhazards which may cause harm,injury or illness. 57 58. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTYou have a responsibility toinspect your PPE before youuse it, as well as maintain andwear the proper PPE all thetime.58 59. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTPersonal ProtectiveEquipment (PPE) mustbe worn wherever: Signage indicates You are instructed to doso by your supervisor A procedure outlines itsuse.59 60. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTPersonal ProtectiveEquipment (PPE) mustbe worn wherever: A hazard identificationprocess has highlightedthe need. You determine it isrequired to prevent harmor injury.60 61. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTReflective high visibility PPE is required atnight and in some areas such asworkshops.You are issued with long sleeved shirts,long trousers or overalls61 62. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTThe most important safety measure underground is to bevisible. Make sure that your reflective strip on your coverallsis as bright as possible. Change worn out, old PPE for new PPE 62 63. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT EYE PROTECTION Glasses Goggles Face shield Welding shield / Oxy goggles63 64. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTOnly clear safety glasses are allowed in workshop andunderground areas64 65. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTTinted safety glasses are allowed in open spaces. If youare not sure about the correct PPE ask your supervisor 65 66. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTHard hats are mandatory underground66 67. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTEar and hearing protection Wear ear plugs and ear muffsaccording to signage as well aswork with very high noise levels 67 68. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTRespiratory protection :dust and particle masksRespiratory canister type masks68 69. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTGloves are used for manual handling Rubber short and long Canvas Leather Welding Heat resistant Chemical resistant 69 70. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTHand and wrist injuries are themost common, accounting for onein three workplace injuries.Injuries range from being relativelyminor to very severe, most commonlyinvolving the fingers, with open woundsthe most common injury type andamputation the most severe injury type.70 71. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT Safety bootsLeather steel capped, or rubber steel cappedExamine your boots each time you usethem, look for:tread wear, holes or puncturescondition of the lacesCondition of the insoles 71 72. MOBILE EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLESNo one is allowed to operateequipment unless they aretrained, and have AUMS ticketsEmployees are responsible fortheir own licenses. Make surethey are up to date because youneed them for your job 72 73. MOBILE EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLESPre start checks must be done73 74. MOBILE EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLESNever leave your vehicle while you are re fuelling 74 75. MOBILE EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLESDrive according to theconditions of the roadDistance between vehicles isminimum 30 metresAlways use reverse parking 75 76. MOBILE EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLESUse the standard signals when starting and moving vehicles STARTONE HORN BLAST FORWARD REVERSETWO HORN BLASTS THREE HORN BLASTS 76 77. MOBILE EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLES Do not operate mobile equipment without a fire extinguisher and fire suppression systemWhen mounting and dismountingvehicles always face the machineand maintain 3 points of contactwith steps and hand holds. 77 78. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGYou isolate to stop : A motor from switching on (or off) A substance such as liquid, gas or powder getting in orout Two hazardous substances mixing 78 79. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGYou isolate to : Allow maintenance or inspection Take a piece of plant out of service for a certain time Change a process Make sure that even isolated plant cannot be started bymistake somewhere else Stop the chance of human error or mechanical failure79 80. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGIsolation of equipment will make sure: That it will not start while you are working on it All persons working on the machine are protected Damage to the equipment is prevented. 80 81. ISOLATION AND TAGGING Isolation points can be : battery isolator switches air or water systemgate/shut off valves electrical switches or anyother physical means ofensuring personnel cannot turn on the energysource.81 82. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGA tag is put on anisolation point to warnother people not tochange the state of theisolation point82 83. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGAUMS uses four basic types of tags Out of Service Personal Danger Commissioning and Testing Information 83 84. ISOLATION AND TAGGING ISOLATION AND TAGGING OUT OF SERVICEThese tags are used to preventdefective equipment beingstarted, operated or used which mayresult in injury to personnel or furtherequipment damage. 84 85. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGPERSONAL DANGERA Personal Danger tag provides protectionfor personnel working on equipment.No person shall de-isolate, operate anyswitch or valve whilst a personal dangertag is in place.The only person who can place or removethis tag is the person whose nameappears on the tag.85 86. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGCOMMISSIONING AND TESTINGThis tag gives an employee exclusivecontrol over the plant operation.It is used during commissioning,calibration, testing, inspection andmaintenance when equipment isrequired to be in operating mode. 86 87. ISOLATION AND TAGGING ISOLATION AND TAGGINGINFORMATION TAGSThese tags are used to pass oninformation which may reduceinefficiencies, doubling up or constantreporting.87 88. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGEquipment must beisolated and taggedwith an OUT OFSERVICE tag at eachisolation point 88 89. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGSwitches and valvesmust be switched tothe isolated positionand tagged by anauthorised person 89 90. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGEach person workingon the equipmentmust have a PERSONALDANGER tag at eachisolation point90 91. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGISOLATION AND TAGGINGBefore starting work, test the isolation. Discharge anyenergy that MIGHT be stored in the system.Each person must remove his or her own PersonalDanger Tag at the completion of the job or prior toleaving the work site.If the task is incomplete, the Out of Service tag remainson the isolation point.Always communicate isolation conditions with yoursupervisor and the supervisor of the next crew comingon shift.91 92. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGELECTRICAL SAFETYOnly licensed electricians arepermitted to carry out electricalrepairs and access equipment andinstallationsAll fixed and portable electrical equipmentmust have a valid electrical inspection tagattached before useFaulty equipment must be taggedout of service and reported92 93. ISOLATION AND TAGGINGELECTRICAL SAFETYBefore any work is started on electrically drivenplant and machinery, the electricity must beisolated and tagged at the primary source.93 94. CHEMICAL AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCESBe familiar with the properties of hazardous substancesKnow the risks of handling them and take precautions94 95. CHEMICAL AND HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCESMaterial Safety Data SheetsRefer to theMSDS forinformation on :safehandling, storageand disposal, firstaid PPE andtoxicity95 96. MANUAL HANDLING96 97. MANUAL HANDLINGManual handling is any activity requiring a person to lift,lower, push, carry, throw, move or restrain an object.85% of workplace injuries are caused through manualhandling activities and the back is the most affectedbody part.97 98. MANUAL HANDLINGDetermine the best technique (half squat) checkbalance, avoid bending your back, twisting or reachingPlan before you lift, assistance required?Bend knees - keep your back straightSecure gripKeep the load close to the body minimise stress, centralisethe centre of gravity and face the direction you are moving98 99. GOOD HOUSEKEEPINGGood housekeeping means a tidyworkshop and working areas 99 100. GOOD HOUSEKEEPINGStore tools and equipment away when not in use 100 101. GOOD HOUSEKEEPINGClean up spills immediately. Put all rubbish in designated bins 101 102. GOOD HOUSEKEEPINGMaintain good housekeeping by:Guarding or barricade any unsafe area.Storing flammable materials in approvedcabinets and storage areas.102 103. GOOD HOUSEKEEPINGGood housekeeping happens underground. Clean up yourwork area. Take your rubbish out with you at the end of shift103 104. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONSOnly qualified and authorisedpersonnel are permitted to domaintenance repairs onmachinery, vehicles and mobileequipment An Out of Service tag or Personal Danger tag must be attached before any maintenance work can commence104 105. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS Only trained and authorised personnel are permitted to use portable tools. Check that it is in good working order. Check the current inspection tag. Wear the proper PPE 105 106. WORKING AT HEIGHTSUse an approved full bodyharness and shock absorbinglanyard or a fall restraint deviceattached to a fixed anchor point 106 107. WORKING AT HEIGHTSInspect the condition ofthe equipment before use107 108. WORKING AT HEIGHTSFall restraint must be used when you are working on : Elevated work platforms and man baskets108 109. WORKING AT HEIGHTSFall restraint must be used when you are working near : open holes and manways 109 110. WORKING AT HEIGHTSThe Karabiner mustbe attached to afixed anchor point 110 111. WORKING AT HEIGHTSThe miners belt is nota full body harness andcannot be used for fallrestraint111 112. AFRICAN UNDERGROUND MINING SERVICES UNDERGROUND INDUCTION 113. OBJECTIVEOur underground operations have additional hazardscompared to surface operations.This Underground Induction gives you information andinstruction for safer working practices underground. Followthe induction closely to further protect yourself and worksafe.OUR AIM IS TO RETURN YOU HOME IN THE SAMECONDITION YOU ARRIVED IN - HEALTHY WITH NO INJURY. 113 114. UNDERGROUND MINING OVERVIEW 1 General Safety Rules 2 Additional PPE for Underground 3 Tag Board 4 Communication 5 Signs and Barricades 6 Ground Awareness / Support 7 Ventilation 8 Mine Gases 9 Mobile Equipment 10 Underground Fires & Evacuation 11 Explosives 12 Operational Hazards 114 115. UNDERGROUND MINING OVERVIEWThe underground environment has nipperkey terminology used to describeactions, locations and machinery.tramming bogger chargingbacksportalShift supervisor115 116. UNDERGROUND MINING OVERVIEW1 You must comply with all safety instructions and safetysignage.2 Do not enter barricaded or unventilated areas of themine.3 PPE must be worn as designated by signage, taskprocedures or verbal instruction from your supervisor.4 No person is to operate any equipment, tooling, mobileequipment or vehicle unless trained and authorised.5 Only authorised licensed electricians are permitted tocarry out electrical repairs and installations. 116 117. UNDERGROUND MINING OVERVIEW 6 You are not permitted in any area where explosives are stored, handled or used unless trained and authorised. 7 Report any hazard or unsafe condition which you are unable to rectify yourself. 8 Report all injuries and incidents as soon as possible after the incident to your supervisor. 9 You are not permitted to go under unsupported ground. 117 118. EXTRA PPE UNDERGROUND Your cap lamp is the most important underground PPE item. Make sure that it works118 119. EXTRA PPE UNDERGROUND Your cap lamp helps to keepyou safe undergroundYou must have your caplamp with you all the timewhile you are underground119 120. EXTRA PPE UNDERGROUNDA closed circuit oxygen re breather unit used when airunderground is filled with smoke and fumes 120 121. EXTRA PPE UNDERGROUNDYou must have a watch with youevery time you go underground.It is part of your PPE.Carry spare tags with you sothey can be usedimmediately on equipmentthat you identify as a hazardor when you work onenergised equipment.121 122. EXTRA PPE UNDERGROUNDGloves are an important partof your PPE underground.Carry a pair of gloves all thetime and make sure they arethe correct gloves for the job.122 123. PERSONNEL TAG BOARDThe personal tag board is used to monitor which personnelare underground at any given time123 124. PERSONNEL TAG BOARDYou must:TAG ON - when going underground andTAG OFF - when leaving the mine124 125. COMMUNICATIONSCap Lamp SignalsTo gain a personsattention flick the cap lamp beamaround and over them125 126. COMMUNICATIONSOK STOP REVERSECome towards me Do not come Get out ADVANCE NO ENTRY GO BACK126 127. COMMUNICATIONSHand signals are used when voice communication is notpossible. It is recommended that the following hand signals be used127 128. COMMUNICATIONS GO THEREUPGO THERE DOWNFinger moves Flat hand held in a circular out 90 degreesmotion from the body128 129. COMMUNICATIONSGuidelines for hand signals Task overview Agree on signalsAny confusion - STOP Only one signaller Loss of visual contact STOP Use a Spotter 129 130. COMMUNICATIONSUnderground radio systemThe leaky feeder system is used forunderground radio communicationsYou must be within sight of the cablefor good reception and transmitting130 131. SIGNS AND BARRICADESSigns and barricades are usedstop people going intodangerous areas. 131 132. GROUND AWARENESSEvery underground worker must inspect the workplace beforestarting any taskChecks must be done for ventilation, ground condition andpotential hazards132 133. GROUND AWARENESSWe have two methods of ground control Mesh used with rock bolts to provide additional support 133 134. GROUND AWARENESSShotcrete spray on fibrecrete, supported by boltsShotcrete spray on fibrecrete used with rock bolts134 135. GROUND AWARENESS Scaling is the method of removing loose rock that has the potential to injure personnel or damage machinery. It is a hazardous task and is performed by trained personnel.135 136. PROHIBITED UNDERGROUND AREASUnless specifically authorizedby your supervisor, you mustnever enter No Entry areas 136 137. VENTILATIONPrimary VentilationThe primary ventilation system draws air into the mine andexhausts air back to the surface.This provides the main travel ways of the mine with fresh aircirculation 137 138. VENTILATION Secondary ventilation fans supply air from the main travel ways to the work area138 139. VENTILATIONAirborne hazardsDust from drilling, blasting and loader work 139 140. VENTILATION Airborne hazardsBlasting consumes available oxygen andcontaminates the air with toxic gases 140 141. VENTILATIONAirborne hazardsDiesel fumes from machinery141 142. MINE GASESMine gases come from detonating explosives as well asexhaust from diesel engines. Exposure of rock to air alsogenerates gases underground.ExamplesCarbon Monoxide Carbon DioxideNitrous OxidesSulphur DioxideMethane Hydrogen Sulphide142 143. MINE GASESOxygen depletion is a hazardous condition underground.If it is not managed properly it can result in a fatality.Oxygen depletion is caused by: Displacement of oxygen by other mine gasses Diesel engines running excessively underground Underground firesGood ventilation is the key to avoiding oxygen depletion. 143 144. MINE GASESMINE GASES Gas monitoring If you suspect gas in an area, do not enter. Notify your Supervisor so that a test can be conducted. Some activities require continuous gas detection. Your Supervisor will instruct you to do so if required.144 145. MINE GASESFuming Fuming is a term used to describe when a person hasbeen exposed to concentrations of mine gases thathave the potential to cause ill health. The symptoms of fuming can be delayed.if you suspect fuming then tell your supervisor and thesafety department145 146. HEAVY VEHICLES UNDERGROUND Heavy vehicles underground are a special hazard to workersIf you areThey areto big, they take up most of the space on foot. unable verymove out of thespots where the driver cannot see you. and have blind declinethen signal to the driverwith your cap lamp andhe will stop to let youpass. Always move to aplace where the drivercan see you146 147. HEAVY VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDAlways be aware of blind spots. The driver cannot see you inthose areas.147 148. HEAVY VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDAlways be in aposition where thedriver can see you 148 149. HEAVY VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDMove to a safe position whenyou see and hear the heavyvehicle coming toward you 149 150. ALL VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDIf you are unable to move outof the way then signal to thedriver with your cap lamp andhe will stop to let you pass.Always move to a place wherethe driver can see you150 151. ALL VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDUse the standard signals when starting and moving vehicles STARTONE HORN BLAST REVERSEFORWARDTHREE HORN BLASTSTWO HORN BLASTS 151 152. ALL VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDPre-operation checksConduct a steering and brake testbefore entering the decline152 153. LIGHT VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDAll vehicles left unattended underground must be parkedatParking to prevent a runaway. an angle153 154. LIGHT VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDAngle the wheels away from the wall when facing up the slope Park in first gear facing up the slope154 155. LIGHT VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDSwitch off the engine and apply the park brakeLeave the flashing light onParking RulesPut chocks under the wheel to stop the vehicle moving155 156. LIGHT VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDWhen the vehicle is facing down the slope turnthe wheels toward the wall. Engage reverse gear156 157. HEAVY VEHICLES UNDERGROUND Rules for ALL vehiclesSeatbelts must be worn at all times.157 158. HEAVY VEHICLES UNDERGROUND Rules for ALL vehiclesExcept for the driver, no other person is allowed to ridein any heavy vehicle unless they are wearing a seatbelt.158 159. HEAVY VEHICLES UNDERGROUND Rules for ALL vehiclesMaximum speed limit underground for all vehicles is 25 kph159 160. ALL VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDRules for ALL vehiclesMinimum distance between ALL vehicles no less than 30 mThis rule applies to underground as well as surface vehicles 160 161. ALL VEHICLES UNDERGROUNDRules for ALL vehiclesLight vehicles must give way to heavy vehicles on the surface as well as underground. 161 162. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATIONPortable fire equipmentDry chemical powderextinguishers are fitted toall mobile equipment andfixed plant underground162 163. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATIONPortable fire equipmentDry chemical powderextinguishers are fitted to allrefuge chambers underground163 164. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATIONActivation point Heavy underground equipment is fitted with fire suppression systems164 165. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATIONPortable fire equipmentYou must know the locationand check the condition of allextinguishers in your area165 166. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATIONIf a fire occurs on avehicle you must: stop the vehicle park clear of main travelways (if possible) shut down the vehicle activate the AFFF system ifthere is a fire in the engineor use portable extinguisher166 167. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATIONTyre FiresTyre fires are caused by dragging brakes or running on flattyres.If a tyre fire occurs, immediately park up, shut down, raiseemergency call, move to clean air or put on the self rescuer 167 168. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATION Use a dry chemical powder extinguisher if there isELECTRICALFIRES electrical equipment located near the fire.any live Do not use water on fires near electrical equipmentor in areas where there may be live wires.168 169. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATION Out of Control FiresIf you are unable to safety extinguish the fire, you must: Evacuate the area Notify all personnel in the immediate area to evacuate Raise the alarm by following the site emergency protocol 169 170. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATIONWhen you are aware of anemergency through a verbalwarning, radio message, orstench gas release, make yourway out of the mine.If you cannot get out of themine, make your way to thenearest fresh air base, intakerise or refuge chamber. 170 171. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATION If fumes are present and your breathing is affected, put the self rescuer on immediately. 171 172. UNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATIONUNDERGROUND FIRES AND EVACUATIONWhen you reach the fresh air baseor intake rise, do not remove theself rescuer until the air quality andpurity has been established as safe. You must not leave a refuge chamber until you have been given the all clear by Mine Rescue Team or Supervisor172 173. EXPLOSIVES EXPLOSIVESAll persons workingaround explosives(including handling,transport and storage)must work under thedirection of the Blastman.No person is allowed to handleor transport explosives unlessthey have completed the appropriate training andhave management authorisation. 173 174. EXPLOSIVESExplosives MagazinesExplosives are stored in purpose built magazinesDo not enter any explosive magazine unless authorisedNo smoking or naked flames within 10m of a magazine174 175. EXPLOSIVESFIRING TIMES:END OF SHIFTDAY SHIFT 6:00pm to 6:30pmNIGHT SHIFT 6:00am to 6:30amNOTE: Mid-shift firing time fits in with surface blasting.Current Surface blasting time is 1:00pm to 1:30pmUnderground mid-shift firing time 12:30pm to 1:00pm. 175 176. EXPLOSIVESOnce explosives have been fired you must allow time forthe dust and fumes to escape the underground workings.You are not permittedto enter undergrounduntil the all clear hasbeen given176 177. OPERATIONAL HAZARDSCompressed AirBefore you work on a compressed air line,make sure that:supply has been isolatedisolation valve is tagged line has been bledNever point the hose at other people or use it to cleanyourself down177 178. OPERATIONAL HAZARDSWater and air linesCan be under high pressure so before carrying out workon water lines or air lines, they must be: isolated tagged drainedCheck that the couplings and safety clips are secure 178 179. OPERATIONAL HAZARDSElectric Jumbo Drilling SafetyWarning signs must be in full view.Vehicles must never drive over jumbo trailing cables orpump cables.179 180. CONCLUSION I AM MY BROTHERS KEEPERWE LOOK AFTER EACH OTHER180 181. THANK YOUFOLLOW US ATaumsgh.com/