Kentucky Mining Institute Publications
COAL MINING REFERENCE BOOK
Fifth Edition, Revised
Kentucky Mining Institute 1997
This Revised Fifth Edition of the Coal Mining Reference Book is intended to fill the need for a simple, easily understood text of mining terms and problems that also addresses the importance of the safety and health of mine workers. It should not be considered a textbook, but rather a reference manual from which those desiring to improve their knowledge of mining may obtain valuable information. Students will find it especially helpful in preparing for examinations for fire boss, mine foreman, and mine inspector. The material presented is mostly in question-and-answer format and is in simple terms and language. For those seeking knowledge of mining beyond the scope of this book, there are numerous textbooks, vocational training, and correspondence courses available. In revising this book, every effort was made to update the information to reflect current mining practices. As changes in mining technology occur, the book will be revised periodically to provide the most recent information available. |
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
The Kentucky Mining Institute is grateful to the late Jed Mosgrove who, with Cloyd McDowell, authored the first Coal Mining Reference Book in 1948 and edited the subsequent editions. Special appreciation is given to the following groups and individuals who made significant contributions to the revisions in this edition: |
For updating, revising and editing:
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For their contributions to the chapter on a mine foreman's liabilities: Wyatt Tarrant and Combs-- Marco M. Rajkovich, Jr. and Joseph J. Zaluski |
For critical review of the text:
David Blankenship-- TECO Coal Corporation |
For editing and layout work: Katen and Associates, Inc. -- Ellyn C. Katen |
For coordinating the efforts of each group and contributing to the chapter on governmental agencies: Kentucky Coal Association -- William K. Caylor |
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part I: General Principles and Safety Provisions
Chapter 1: Characteristics of Coal |
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Coal Origin and Properties |
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Chapter 2: Types of Mining |
5 |
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Underground Mining |
5 |
Chapter 3: Governmental Agencies |
9 |
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Laws and Regulations |
9 |
Chapter 4: A Foreman's Liabilities |
13 |
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Health and Safety Liability |
13 |
Chapter 5: Mine Gases and Dusts |
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Properties of Gases |
16 |
Chapter 6: Fundamentals of Electricity |
41 |
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General |
41 |
Chapter 7: Surveying and Mapping |
53 |
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Surveying Principles |
53 |
Chapter 8: First Aid |
60 |
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Human Anatomy |
60 |
Chapter 9: General Safety Provisions |
90 |
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General |
90 |
Chapter 10: Mine Emergencies |
99 |
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Accidents, Investigations, and Reporting |
99 |
Part II: Underground Mines
Chapter 11: Underground Mine Planning and Methods of Mining |
122 |
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Chapter 12: Ground Control |
126 |
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General |
126 |
Chapter 13: Ventilation |
138 |
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General |
138 |
Chapter 14: Electricity and Maintenance in Underground Mines |
163 |
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Electrical Safety |
163 |
Chapter 15: Mine Hoisting, Transportation, and Haulage |
170 |
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Hoisting |
170 |
Chapter 16: Explosives and Blasting in Underground Mines |
185 |
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Permissible Explosives |
185 |
Chapter 17: Mine Drainage and Pumping |
198 |
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Part III: Surface Mines and Surface Areas of Underground Mines
Chapter 18: Surface Mine Planning and Methods of Mining |
202 |
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Chapter 19: Ground Control |
204 |
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Surface Mines |
204 |
Chapter 20: Explosives and Blasting |
210 |
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Licenses and Permits |
210 |
Chapter 21: Loading, Hauling, and Dumping |
218 |
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General |
218 |
Chapter 22: Electricity and Maintenance |
224 |
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Chapter 23: Preparation Plants and Load-outs |
226 |
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Definitions |
233 |
Selected Resources |
257 |
Editorial Review Committee |
259 |
EDITORIAL REVIEW COMMITTEE
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John L. Franklin is the Commissioner of the Kentucky Department of Mines and Minerals. Commissioner Franklin has over 23 years of experience in the mining industry. His career began at South Hopkins Coal Company and continued as he worked for several coal companies as a miner, section foreman, mine foreman and superintendent. Commissioner Franklin joined the Kentucky Department of Mines and Minerals in 1987 as a mine safety analyst, later serving as a mine safety instructor and inspector. In June 1992 he was appointed as Director of the Mine Safety Analysis Division, where he served until May 1995 when he was appointed Commissioner of the Department. |
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J. Steven Gardner, P.E., L.S., is a graduate of the University of Kentucky with an M.S. degree in Mining Engineering and B.S. in Agricultural Engineering. He began his career with Beth-Elkhorn Corp. in 1975. Subsequently, he held positions with consulting firms and mining operations, including production, design and management. He served on the Tennessee DOL's Volunteer Mine Rescue Squad in 1980 and 1981. In 1983 he formed Tri-State Engineering, Inc., which later merged with MINING CONSULTING SERVICES, INC., a Lexington, Kentucky firm, where he serves as President. |
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Samuel S. Johnson, MBA, P.E., is President of the Lexington, KY based JOHNSON & MOORE CONSULTING, INC. JMC's practice includes engineering, safety, and management services. Mr. Johnson holds a B.S. in Civil Engineering, Mining Option, from the Univ. of Kentucky and an MBA from Xavier Univ. He served as Deputy Commissioner of the KY Dept. Mines & Minerals, was a member of its mine rescue team and the Governor's Deep Mining Safety Comm. After concluding as V.P. of Transco Coal Co., he began his practice as a professional engineer, energy consultant, and safety expert in 1989. He is certified as a mine foreman in KY, TN., and VA. |
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Kenneth P. Katen, P.E., a former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Labor for MSHA, is president of KATEN and ASSOCIATES, Inc., a Lexington, Kentucky firm that provides international management, engineering, and safety services. Since he began his career in 1972, he has worked in various positions involving engineering, production, and management at mining firms with operations throughout the U.S. Mr. Katen holds a B.S. in Mineral Processing and an M.S. in Mining Engineering from Penn State, is a registered professional engineer, a certified mine foreman, and certified MSHA electrical instructor. |
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