Health and Safety

Health and Safety

Mine health and safety presents many challenges which can be solved via the application of innovative engineering technology and design. Funded research projects are ongoing related to:

• Culture, leadership and risk management
• Improved environmental monitoring and control
• Wireless communication methods for underground mines
• Design of underground refuge chambers
• Non-destructive assessment of seals
• Through-the-earth communications

Faculty working in this area: Emily Sarver, Nino Ripepi, Erik Westman, Richard Bishop