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11/1/2011 - Peer reviewed journal articlesNoncontact electric arc burns are the most common cause of electrical injury in mining according to data for 1990 through 2001. Results from a NIOSH study of arc flash hazards in mining and recommendations to reduce these injuries are presented.
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This video focuses on individual and organizational behavior related to arc flash events over an 11-year period in the mining industry.
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4/1/2008 - Information CircularsThis report presents a historical framework detailing the impact of geologic features on excess gas emissions and resultant mine explosions.
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Reducing Non-Contact Electric Arc Injuries: An Investigation of Behavioral and Organizational Issues11/1/2007 - Peer reviewed journal articlesNIOSH investigated behavioral components associated with arc flash incidents in the mining industry and recommended interventions based on the findings.
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5/1/1997 - Technology NewsUsing an artificial neural network based system to detect trolley faults would require no modification of the trolley rectifier, line, feeder, or its vehicles, lessening maintenance concerns and costs.
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5/1/1997 - Reports of InvestigationsThe article discusses the applicability of computerized signal analysis techniques to identify fault currents existing on coal mine direct-current trolley systems
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1/1/1992 - Reports of InvestigationsThe Bureau of Mines completed an investigation of the influence of material on the ignition probability using the breakflash apparatus. This report presents results of an investigation into the influence of disk electrode material on the probability of...
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2/1/1920 - NIOSH/USBM numbered publicationsThis bulletin deals with the general theory of protection from fire damp and also covers a detailed description of the apparatus that has been tested and approved.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program