Mine Fire Case Studies – DGMS Exam Notes 🔥Introduction Mine fires are among the most dangerous hazards in underground and opencast mining operations. They not only cause loss of life and equipment but also damage the environment and disrupt production. To address this, DGMS (Directorate General of ...
CMR 2017 – Manager’s Daily Responsibilities for DGMS Exam The Manager is the most important statutory official in a coal mine under the Coal Mines Regulations, 2017 (CMR 2017) and the Mines Act, 1952. He is legally responsible for the control, management, and safety of the mine and all persons emplo...
Cost-Benefit Analysis for Mining Projects – DGMS Exam Notes Introduction In mining, every decision — from opening a new seam to purchasing equipment — involves costs and benefits. A Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) evaluates whether a project or investment is economically viable by comparing expected cos...
Safety in Mines – Role of Supervisors & Officials 🦺 Safety in Mines – Role of Supervisors & Officials 🏗️ Introduction Supervision plays a vital role in mine safety.Every mining accident analysis by DGMS has shown that lack of supervision and communication are leading causes of unsafe acts and cond...
Mines Rules 1955 – Safety & Supervision Provisions Introduction The Mines Rules, 1955, framed under Section 58 of the Mines Act, 1952, specify essential safety, supervision, health, and welfare provisions applicable to all mines in India. These rules form an important part of the DGMS Legislation Pa...