Whether it is from exposed wiring and cables or dust and gases generating fires or explosions, electrical hazards are one of the top five major causes of fatality in surface and underground mining. This week’s Blog from the experts at MELTRIC discusses their solutions that help to minimize electrical dangers at the job site.
A circuit breaker located in a mine – where the power center is engineered to transform and distribute electrical power brought underground – is vastly different that the one you might find in your basement at home. This week’s Blog takes a look at six different circuit breaker applications used in mining to make sure these devices are operated in the right manner.
Mining sites are full of potential hazards, especially when it comes to electrical construction materials. In addition to the risk of electrocution, workers in mines also face the threat of arc blast injuries and damage from flammable gasses or other materials.