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This NIOSH publication demonstrates how existing and new engineering controls can be used to reduce face methane levels.
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In this report, several practical guidelines are recommended for controlling longwall coalbed methane. All predictions are based on determinations made for the Pittsburgh Coalbed in southwestern Pennsylvania.
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This report is intended to help mine safety trainers better prepare to teach new underground coal miners. It identifies 2 different approaches to instruction, i.e. using a syllabus or using a curriculum, and discusses their pros and cons.
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Roof screening has been found to be very effective in controlling the fall of small rocks from the immediate roof surface. Data is presented from two mines that show a dramatic reduction in roof skin injuries when screening is used.
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This handbook was developed to identify available engineering controls that can help the industry reduce worker exposure to respirable coal and silica dust.
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program