Tentative Lecture Topic Schedule
| Week | Topic | Assignments | |
| Class 1 | Syllabus, Blackboard
Mine Safety Intro, Mining hazards |
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| Class 2 | Definitions in open pit mining
Personal protective equipment |
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| Class 3 | Mine transportation system and communication system
Check in and check —out system |
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| Class 4 | Health, Clean Up and Housekeeping
Dust and their effects Dust control Noise effect Toxic materials Housekeeping |
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| Class 5 | Hazard recognition
Analysis of accidents and contributing factors Causes of accidents Miner’s responsibility Proper handling |
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| Class 6 | Conveyor system
Conveyor start and stop LO/TO Tags Pull cords |
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| Class 7 | Mine Explosives and Blasting
Toxic fumes |
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| Class 8 | Causes of mine emergencies
Mine emergency warning system Mine map Emergency evacuation Escapeways |
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| Class 9 | Mine fires and fire fighting
Types of fire Firefighting equipment Fire extinguisher |
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| Class 10 | Mine Ground Control
Ground failure Methods in ground control |
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| Class 11 | Electricity circuits
Source of electricity Effects of electricity |
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| Class 12 | Crusher and Mill Operation Safety
Crusher blockage Maintenance |
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| Class 13 | Chemical hazards
Health hazard Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Label color |
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| Class 14 | General hazards
Course Review for Final |
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| Class 15 | Preparing for the jobsite
Final Exam |