safety
Avoiding cold weather wash plant downtime
Common winter operating mistakes – and proven strategies – to protect washing and classifying equipment in the cold. Keep Reading
A resolution to reevaluate the routine at mine sites
Ogletree Deakins’ Zach Byers says now is the perfect time to reevaluate tasks that seemed less urgent and fell off your list. Keep Reading
Enhancing conveyor system safety and efficiency
Why smart conveyor design and component selection are critical to operations. Keep Reading
Controlling buildup and clogging using air cannons
How operators can prevent and clear material hang-ups before they halt production. Keep Reading
Inside today’s emulsion explosives
What mine operators need to know about emulsifiers and blast performance. Keep Reading
Closing the gap on guarding
Steve Fuller takes an honest look at what the Mine Safety & Health Administration cites the most and what actually impacts the safety of pit and quarry teams. Keep Reading
MSHA accident investigation primer
It’s important to have a plan for responding to an accident, as well as understand the procedures MSHA will follow if an accident occurs. Keep Reading
CheckProof adds digital risk assessment tool
The new capability replaces paper-based assessments with a mobile-first platform that helps teams identify hazards, assign actions and track mitigation efforts in real time. Keep Reading
How to achieve successful seasonal maintenance
Steve Fuller touches on three critical aspects of seasonal maintenance: what to look for, energy control and confined spaces. Keep Reading
