🏗️ Detailed Notes

1️⃣ Introduction

In mining operations, accidents and dangerous occurrences can happen unexpectedly despite safety measures. Quick reporting and alerting are vital for minimizing damage, saving lives, and ensuring compliance with DGMS and the Mines Act, 1952. The term “alert thereof” refers to immediate notification and communication to higher authorities, control rooms, and rescue teams after an accident. DGMS mandates timely alerts under the Coal Mines Regulations, 2017, Metalliferous Mines Regulations, 1961, and the Mines Rules, 1955.

2️⃣ Legal Provisions (DGMS-Related Regulations)

3️⃣ Types of Reportable Accidents

1. Fatal Accidents – Death of any person due to mine operations.
2. Serious Accidents – Permanent injury, fracture, or severe burns.
3. Dangerous Occurrences – Roof fall, gas explosion, inundation, fire, machinery collapse, etc.
4. Minor Accidents – Injuries treated at mine level (recorded internally).

4️⃣ Accident Alert Procedure (As per DGMS Guidelines)

1. Immediate Alert (within 1 hour): Inform DGMS (Chief Inspector & Regional Office) via telephone, email, or fax. Notify the District Magistrate, Police, and Medical Officer.
2. Written Notice (within 24 hours): Submit Form I (DGMS-prescribed) to DGMS and local authorities.
3. Internal Alert: Communicate through mine siren or broadcast system. Suspend work in affected area. Rescue team activated immediately.
4. Investigation & Report: Inquiry by Mine Manager / DGMS Officer. Submission of report with cause, corrective action, and preventive measures.

5️⃣ Alert Systems Used in Mines

• Manual Siren/Alarm: Sound warning for evacuation or danger.
• SMS/Email Alerts: Automated notification to officials.
• Digital Emergency Network: Linked to DGMS control center.
• Rescue Coordination Message: Triggered when rescue teams are deployed.

6️⃣ Responsibilities of Mine Management

• Maintain Emergency Communication Plan (as per Reg. 199, CMR 2017).
• Conduct Mock Drills regularly.
• Display DGMS & Police emergency contacts at visible points.
• Preserve accident scene until inspection (except for rescue).
• Send follow-up reports on preventive actions.

7️⃣ DGMS Circulars & Best Practices

• DGMS (Tech.) Circular No. 01 of 2010 – Immediate reporting of accidents.
• DGMS (Tech.) Circular No. 09 of 2016 – Use of modern communication in accident alerts.
• DGMS Circular 03 of 2020 – Accident analysis & alert dissemination to all regions.

8️⃣ Importance of “Alert Thereof”

• Enables rapid response and rescue operations.
• Prevents escalation (fire, inundation, explosion).
• Helps DGMS initiate technical investigation.
• Promotes accountability and transparency.
• Builds a culture of proactive safety management.

⚡ Quick One-Liners (Revision Points)

• Every mine accident must be reported to DGMS.
• Alert must be given within one hour of accident.
• Form I – DGMS accident reporting format.
• Fatal, serious, and dangerous occurrences are reportable.
• Work must be stopped in affected area.
• Mine Manager responsible for alerting DGMS.
• DGMS Circular 01/2010 – accident reporting guideline.
• Written notice within 24 hours mandatory.
• Alert reduces accident severity.
• Timely alerts save lives and ensure legal compliance.

🧠 Descriptive Model Question & Answer

🎯 25 MCQs – Occurrence of Accidents & Alert Thereof