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• EVADE Software
  6/12/2023 - PC software, Reports of Investigations
  EVADE 2.4 has been updated with expanded video and data features to make it a more generalized and powerful tool.
• The Effect of Cap Lamp Lighting on Postural Control and Stability
  7/1/2012 - Peer reviewed journal articles
  Researchers at NIOSH are conducting mine illumination research with the objective of improving miner safety. Proper illumination may improve miner safety by improving their STF hazard recognition and balance.
• Assessing and Monitoring Open Pit Mine Highwalls
  8/1/2001 - Conference papers
  This paper introduces warning signs of slope instability so operators are better able to recognize hazards. The most common slope monitoring equipment and practical methods of installation are discussed as well as the limitations of these systems.
• Technology News 455 - Roof Hazard Alert Modules
  5/1/1997 - Technology News
  The new permissible-type, intrinsically safe design modules described here represent an engineering intervention strategy toward improving miners' ability to recognize and avoid the hazardous zone of unsupported mine roof.
• 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.
• Machine Situational Awareness (MSA) - Framework and Algorithms for Assured Autonomy in Mining
  11/28/2023 - Research projects
  A project to research methods to ensure that autonomous mining equipment is safe for operation near personnel.
• Identify and Characterize Health Hazards Associated with Surface Stone, Sand and Gravel (SSG) Mining and Processing
  7/11/2023 - Research projects
  A pilot project to identify and characterize health hazards in mining.
• EXAMiner
  7/19/2022 - PC software
  Use EXAMiner to practice and teach hazard recognition skills for mining operations in any sector.
• Identify the Influence of Risk Attitude, Work Experience, and Safety Training on Hazard Recognition in Mining
  12/1/2020 - Peer reviewed journal articles
  A study examining the effect individual mineworker factors—including risk attitude, work experience, and safety training—have on hazard recognition accuracy.
• Technology News 563 - Hazard Recognition Training Tool Allows Mineworkers to Perform Virtual Workplace Examination
  4/22/2020 - Technology News
  Learn how mineworkers can practice searching for hazards in virtual work environments using panoramic scenes on a laptop or PC.