An Integrated Approach to Improving Safety and Efficiency through Communications, Tagging and Collision Avoidance Systems

Authors

Brian Nicholls, Brian Nicholls Mining Pty Ltd, Australia
Tony Napier, Becker Mining Systems

Document Type

Conference Paper

Publication Date

2011

Publication Details

B. Nicholls and T. Napier, An Integrated Approach to Improving Safety and Efficiency through Communications, Tagging and Collision Avoidance Systems, 11th Underground Coal Operators' Conference, University of Wollongong & the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, 2011, 178-180.

Abstract

The use of tracking and collision avoidance devices coupled with better communication facilities for personnel are shown to be important not only for reducing accidents but also for managing emergencies.