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Mining Engineering · Q65

Mine Development and Mining Methods

Engineering and GATE · Mining Engineering · question 65

Q65

What is the main hazard during raise development?

A.
Water inflow
B.
Equipment failure
C.
Falling rocks and material
Answer
D.
Overbreak

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
Raise development involves upward excavation, which exposes workers to falling debris.The correct answer is: Falling rocks and materialProper scaling and support are essential to minimize risks.Raise climbers or raise boring machines reduce manual exposure.