by MSHA Safety Services | Oct 29, 2025 | Ground Control
Rock bursts are some of the most sudden and dangerous events that underground miners face. Unlike the hazards you find on the surface—like highwall or stockpile collapses—rock bursts happen deep underground when built-up stress in the rock suddenly releases with...
by MSHA Safety Services | Oct 25, 2025 | Ground Control
Preventing slope failures and managing highwall safety are important steps to running safe and sustainable surface mining operations. Highwalls—the steep rock faces left behind by mining—can be dangerous if not carefully managed, with risks including collapses that...
by MSHA Safety Services | Oct 23, 2025 | Ground Control
Mining operations often take place close to steep highwalls and large stockpiles of loose materials. While these features are essential for ongoing production, they also introduce serious safety challenges. Unexpected failures can happen suddenly, risking lives,...
by MSHA Safety Services | Oct 18, 2025 | Ground Control
Ground support crews scale mine sites to keep excavation areas safe and stable for operations. They remove loose rock and debris from mine walls to prevent rockfalls and collapses. This work protects both the site structure and the people working nearby. Crews face...
by MSHA Safety Services | Mar 29, 2025 | Ground Control
In mining operations, ensuring ground stability is essential to reduce hazards, improve safety, and boost excavation efficiency. Poor bench planning can lead to collapses, delays, and increased risks. In this guide, we’ll break down the key aspects of bench design,...
by MSHA Safety Services | Mar 26, 2025 | Ground Control
Ensuring highwall safety in mining operations requires effective water and drainage management to prevent erosion, instability, and hazardous working conditions. Poor drainage can lead to structural failures, endangering workers and equipment. In this guide, we will...
