Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Hazard mitigation and risk controls are fundamental aspects of ensuring safety and mitigating potential dangers in the mining industry. The mining sector, by nature, involves numerous inherent risks due to the extraction and processing of minerals. This project underscores the significance of robust hazard identification and risk analysis methodologies in this context. Through comprehensive hazard identification, the mining industry can proactively identify potential sources of harm, including geological, chemical, mechanical, and human factors. Subsequently, risk analyses techniques help assess the likelihood and consequences of these hazards, enabling the industry to prioritize preventive measures and safety protocols. By systematically integrating these practices, mining operations can reduce accidents, injuries, and environmental impacts, fostering a safer and more sustainable mining environment. This project serves as a concise overview of the critical role hazard identification and risk analysis play in ensuring the safety and sustainability of the mining industry.
Authors: S Saravanakumar, P D Gopakumar
Language: English
Topic: Industrial and Mining Safety
Subfield: Safety, Risk, Reliability and Quality
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4410099847