Personnel Management in Mines – DGMS Exam Guide 🏗️ Introduction Mines depend not only on machinery and technology but also on people. Personnel Management is about managing the workforce effectively to ensure safety, productivity, and statutory compliance. In the DGMS exam, personnel management is ...
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...
Mines Act 1952 – Worker Welfare & Health Provisions Health & Safety Provisions Section 19 – Drinking Water: Mines must provide clean and safe drinking water. Section 20 – Conservancy: Latrines & urinals to be provided separately for men & women, well maintained. Section 21 – Canteens: Mandatory in m...
Water Hazards in Underground & Opencast Mines – DGMS Notes 💧Introduction Water is one of the most dangerous hazards in mining. Sudden inrush of water from old workings, surface sources, aquifers, or heavy rains can cause catastrophic mine inundations. Many of India’s worst mine disasters (e.g., Cha...