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Safety Department’s Benefit and Function October 12, 2011 By Kevin D. Bruner Sr.
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Overview Benefits –Health & Safety of Miners –Morale support –Reduction in mine costs –Communication Functions –Reduction of Hazard –Education of miners –Reporting requirements –Agency/industry communications
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Health & Safety of Miners Reduce exposure to Health Hazards Proactive in the prevention of hazardous conditions. Developing plans that will give optimum results in ventilation and roof control. Educate miners on recognition of hazards and supervisory personnel on examinations of the mine.
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Morale support Education of the miners improve understanding of importance of safety. Develop programs that award miners for safe work practices and elimination of hazards. Do as I do and not do as I say attitude by safety personnel.
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Reduction in mine costs Finding and correcting condition before Federal or State inspectors. Reduce cost for medical/health care related to injuries and/or dust exposure. Improving productivity through education and training.
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Communication Reporting requirements such as the 1-800 number and local field office supervisor. Meeting with MSHA personnel in a proactive way to get ahead of issues.
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