Basics of Leadership: 05-Elements of Change in Business
Pushing for change can result in a more competitive organization. But change does not guarantee success and involves risk and cost. However, not doing anything can be risky and costly too. Elements of Change addresses the importance of change and why it’s essential to speak up when you see something that can be done better or handled differently. This course will allow you to look at your organization with new perspective and contemplate how it can become more competitive and grow in the marketplace. This is the fifth course in a series of courses dedicated to taking a closer look at successful 21st century leadership.
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Course Level | Intermediate |
Languages | English |
Compatibility | Video |
Based on: | 30 CFR Part 46.5.b.2 |
Key Questions
What kind of hazards can high winds create at a mine site?
High winds can cause power lines and tall equipment to fall. Powerful gusts can also carry dust, coarse particles, and even large objects, such as signs and building materials over distances at high speeds.
What kind of hazards can high icy conditions create at a mine site?
Freezing rain, snow, and extreme cold can cause ice to build up on roads, walkways, equipment, and power lines. Icy conditions can also create slip and fall hazards for miners as well as traction control hazards for equipment and vehicles.
What kind of hazards can excessive rain create at a mine site?
Excessive rain can produce unsafe conditions, such as reduced traction, limited visibility, flooding, landslides, and electrocution.
What should I do if I cannot find shelter during a lighting storm?
If you cannot find shelter during a lighting storm, crouch down with both feet together and stay at least 15 feet from other people if possible. Avoid water, high ground, open spaces, solitary trees, and metal objects.
What is the best way for mine operators to avoid exposing miners to airborne hazards at a mine site?
The best way for a mine operator to avoid exposing miners and others to airborne hazards is to have the mine tested by an environmental engineering service.
Sample Video Transcript
High winds can cause power lines and tall equipment to fall. Powerful gusts can also carry dust, course particles and even large objects such as signs and building materials over distances at high speeds. During high wind conditions, miners and others on site should do the following: stand clear of tall equipment. Lower, anchor and secure the equipment when possible. Avoid crane operations. Use fall protection and extra-caution at elevated or exposed locations, or avoid walking at heights if possible. Avoid areas where power lines could fall creating an elecrocution hazard. Watch for falling or airborne objects and use eye-protection from airborne particles.
Additional Resources
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) – www.cdc.gov/niosh/
- NIOSH Selected Health Issues in Mining – http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/mining/userfiles/works/pdfs/shiim.pdf
- Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) – www.msha.gov
- MSHA Safety and Health Info – http://arlweb.msha.gov/S&HINFO/blacklung/DUST99.PDF
- MSHA Resource Page – http://arlweb.msha.gov/SiteIndex/MNMSiteIndex.asp
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