Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) - Accident Prevention Program - Miner's Tips - "Cable Handling, Remote Control Continuous Miners"

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Mine Type: Underground Coal and Non-Metal

Category: Section Face Equipment

MSHA's Accident Prevention Program Miner's Tips Cable Handling, Remote Control Continuous Miners Printer Friendly Version

Cable Handling, Remote Control Continuous Miners

When handling the cable within the turning radius of the remote control continuous miner, de-energize the machine and remote control unit according to established safe work practices.

Many fatal and near miss accidents have occurred because the cap lamp cord, a tool, or a body part accidentally pushed a tram lever.

Ensure that you and your co-workers always work safely.

DO NOT RISK entering the remote control continuous miner's turning radius to handle the cable unless the machine and remote control unit are de-energized according to established safe work practices.

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Issued:	03/23/2005
Tag #	AP2005-M91005


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