Down to Earth

A training DVD/video for open pit mine workers

Developed by the Australian Centre for Geomechanics

Authors:
Paul Nedin (Underground Mining Solutions), Yves Potvin (ACG) and Michael Rosengren

Editor: Jack Barrett (The University of Western Australia)

Format: DVD and Video

Features language support and assessment materials

Duration: 37.40 minutes

Overview

Open pit wall failures, loose rock rolling down slopes, ground water and stockpiling procedures are common sources of risks in Australian open cut operations. A sound understanding of open pit geotechnical concepts is crucial for mine workers. They need to have the competency to identify potential geomechanics hazards and take appropriate actions to faciliate their own and their peers safety.

Topics Include

• Open pit risk assessment and geomechanics issues
• Mining cycle - drilling, blasting, digging, loading, ground support, drainage and monitoring
• Slope failure mechanisms
• Slope monitoring and what to look for
• Stockpiles, roads, ramps and waste dump hazards

Key Features

• High quality open pit mining footage and state-of-the-art graphics
• Easy to understand and follow
• Reflects current PPE standards and safe working procedures
• Applicable to most open pit mining operations

What does your workforce know about the ground hazards of open pits and waste dumps?

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