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MSHA announces pillar collapse initiative

December 2, 2021December 2, 2021 NAM Staff

In November, MSHA announced a pillar collapse program that has spotlighted limestone mines but could also have an impact on other commodity operations. The agency noted that, since October 2020, four massive pillar collapses have occurred in limestone mines. Each was accompanied by a powerful air blast and the formation of a large surface sinkhole. Fortunately, no injuries were reported…

Virtual reality hazard awareness training program developed

September 27, 2021October 19, 2021 NAM Staff

Underground and surface mines can be hazardous places, so when it comes to safety training in the mining profession, the old saying “practice makes perfect” holds true. To improve hazard safety instruction, a team at South Dakota Mines has spent the past year developing a virtual reality (VR) training module that mimics a mining environment.

Explosive Update

December 8, 2020December 9, 2020 NAM Staff

ATF Variances Required for Type 1 Explosives Magazines in Underground Mines. By Brian Hendrix