Dust Diseases in Mines | Silicosis & Pneumoconiosis DGMS Exam Notes Introduction In coal and metalliferous mines, dust exposure is a major occupational hazard. Continuous inhalation of fine respirable dust can lead to irreversible lung diseases such as silicosis and pneumoconiosis. Both are official...
Bench & Dump Failures in Opencast Mines – DGMS Notes Introduction In opencast mines, the stability of benches (working steps) and dumps (waste overburden heaps) is critical for safe operations. Bench or dump failure can cause large-scale slope collapse, equipment loss, production delays, and even fa...
Training & Development of Mine Workers – DGMS Exam Notes & 25 MCQs 🏗️ Introduction Mining is a high-risk industry, and untrained workers can put themselves and others in danger. That’s why Training & Development is a vital topic in the DGMS exam syllabus. This blog explains the importance of traini...