Observation

This question was popular among the candidates and the performance of the candidates was good.  Many of the candidates correctly define mining accidents and highlighted causes of mining accidents.  However, some of the candidates were not able to outline  safety precaution to prevent mining accidents.  The safety precautions they should have listed included:

• proper design of mines;
• proper construction of underground mines;
• adequate use of roof support in mines;
• proper use of personal protective equipment;
• adherence to safety regulations;
• adequate mine ventilation;
• training and retraining of personnel;
• good maintenance culture;
• mine drainage.