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• Laser Ignition of Flammable Gas
  3/1/1999 - Conference papers
  Emerging laser technologies are quickly gaining acceptance in the industrial workplace. This NIOSH research provides a scientific basis for developing safety guidelines for optical equipment in the presence of flammable methane gas and coal dust.
• A Method for Evaluating System Interactions in a Dynamic Work Environment
  1/1/1997 - Conference papers
  Discusses a methodology to evaluate the causes of mishaps to develop recommendations to enhance safety. A specific case involves implementation of remotely controlled equipment in extended cut mining.
• A Human Component to Consider in Your Emergency Management Plans: The Critical Incident Stress Factor
  7/1/1995 - Peer reviewed journal articles
  In recent years the issue of human stress response in emergency workers has begun to receive attention. This paper presents a rationale for considering human stress as a significant factor in the management of emergencies. It discusses the concept of st...
• Theory on the Propagation of UHF Radio Waves in Coal Mine Tunnels
  3/1/1975 - Peer reviewed journal articles
  The theoretical study of UHF radio communication in coal mines, with particular reference to the rate of loss of signal strength along a tunnel, and from one tunnel to another around a corner is the concern of this paper. This work was part of an invest...
• Utilizing a Human-Centered Design Approach for Mine Automation
  6/20/2023 - Research projects
  A pilot project to identify and understand human factors considerations when designing and implementing automation.
• NIOSH Mining Employment Opportunities
  5/22/2023 - Employment opportunities
  Join our research and support teams solving mining health and safety problems.
• NIOSH Mine Safety and Health Technology Innovations Award
  5/16/2023 - Awards and recognition
  Deadline EXTENDED to August 15! Submit your nominations now for the 2023 series.
• Characterization of Haul Truck Health and Safety Issues
  5/4/2023 - Research projects
  A project to inform future health and safety research related to powered haulage by identifying health and safety issues related to haul trucks through a systematic evaluation of accidents, operators’ needs, and technology maturity.
• Mining Applications of Novel Interventions for Fatigue - Evaluating Safety Toolkits (MANIFEST)
  5/4/2023 - Research projects
  A project to develop evidence-based fatigue toolkits, enabling mines to sustainably and independently measure fatigue, interpret fatigue assessments, and select, implement, and evaluate appropriate interventions related to mineworker fatigue.
• Increasing the Effectiveness of Targeted Mining Hearing Conservation Program Elements
  3/1/2023 - Research projects
  A project to identify and remediate actual and perceived barriers to full implementation of hearing conservation programs at surface stone, sand, and gravel mines.