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MINING-OPERATIONS5 MIN READ

Sort Controls by Strength

Classify mining risk controls by hierarchy level.

sort-buckets control-pyramid score-chips Sort each mining control by its strongest hierarchy level. Elimination or substitution Engineering control Administrative control PPE Remove manual chute clearing by installing remote clearing equipment Use a less hazardous reagent in the plant where technically feasible Separate light vehicles from haul trucks with a dedicated physical roadway Require a radio call before entering the active dump approach Wear high-visibility clothing in the mobile-equipment area Cancel an unnecessary confined-space entry by relocating the sample point Use a documented permit and pre-job briefing for conveyor work Wear respiratory protection during temporary dust exposure

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