Polymeric Chemicals

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tmentofEmployment,

EconomicDevelopmentandInnovation

The Use of Polymeric Chemicals in

Queensland Coal Mines2010


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The State of Queensland, Department of Employment, Economic Development and Innova

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Contents1

1.0 Introduction 1

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cals 3

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ldehyde Resins (Phenolic Resins) 5

2.2.1 Health effects from exposure to Phenolic resin ingredients 5

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Coal Mines? 6

4.0 Legislative Requirements 7

2001 7

quirements 9

5.0 Control Measures 9

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ment (RPE) 11

g 12

8.0 Health Surveillance and Biolog ical Monitoring 12

8.1 Health Surveillance for PUR and sodium silicates products 13

8.2 Health Surveillance for Phenolic Resins 13

9.0 Conclusions 14

Appendix 1 15

Contents

1.1 What are Polymeric Chemicals?

2.0 Types of Polymeric Chemi

2.1 Polyurethane Resins (PUR)

2.1.1 Health effects from exposure to PUR

2.1.3 Exposure Standard

2.2 Phenol Forma

2.2.2 Safety and fire hazards

2.2.3 Exposure Standards

2.3 Urea Silicate Resins

3.0 How much is used in Queensland

4.1 Queensland Coal Mining Safety and Health Regulation

4.2 NSW Coal Mining Legislative Re

6.0 Personal Protective Equipment

6.1 Respiratory Protective Equip

7.0 Personal Exposure Monitorin


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1.0 IntroductionIn February 2010 a survey was sent to the Site Senior Executives (SSE) of all Que

underground coal mines in orde

ensland

r to obtain information about the extent of use and the control

measures in place for the use of polymeric injection chemicals during the period of 2009. A copy of

provided one

survey that covered both Grasstree and Bundoora mines. Cook Colliery indicated that they had not009 and hence do not contribute to the

nstruction

ealing. The

applications in metaliferous mines.

neral as PURs. The term PUR actually

e more commonly used polymeric injectionategories;

Polyurethane resins (PUR) (eg. Bevedan, Marithan, silent seal, micon seal) Phenolic resins (eg. Fenoflex, Rocsil, Carbofill, Carbomine)

367)

mmon uses of polymeric chemicals in underground

plug seals (including rapid sealing of mine roadways)evices

Sealing cable bolt holes prior to grouting Pumpable resins for roof and cable bolting application (self drilling bolts)

this survey is included as Appendix 1.

Eleven (11) responses were received accounting for a 100% return rate. Capcoal

used any polymeric chemicals during the period of 2

quantities provided in this report.

This report summarises the responses provided by all mines.

1.1 What are Polymeric Chemicals?Polymeric chemicals refer to a group of products used throughout the mining and co

(tunnelling) industries for various applications including strata stabilization and smajority of use in mining occurs in underground coal mines although there have been recent

Polymeric products are often incorrectly referred to in ge

refers to just one type of polymeric chemical. Thchemicals in the mining industry fall into three (3) c

Urea silica based resins (eg. Geoflex, MeycoCommon application and use in underground coal mines

The following list represents the most comining;

Strata binding of fractured or unstable roof. Void or cavity filling (usually following LW roof collapse) Formation of temporary Sealing around ventilation d


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The use of these tyres was subject to an industry wide directive issued in 2005.

http://www.dme.qld.gov.au/zone_files/inspectorate_pdf/directive_1.pdf The purpdirective was to ensure that mines identify hazards associated with the heating o

ose of thisf these products,

the risks are assessed and that controls are implemented to ensure an acceptable level of risk isll current.

high pressuremigrates through the cracks and fissures in the strata

a silicate and

so be used for this application.

Figure 2: Strata binding v ia injected PUR through drilled holes in the fractured strata. (Image sourced

from Wilsons Mining Services)

Cavity Filling involves the pumping of a phenolic resin into a large void or cavity. When mixed witha catalyst the resin undergoes rapid expansion to form a dense foam that plugs the cavity,

stabilizes debris and prevents gas accumulation in the void.

Figure 3: Cavity f illing via pumping of phenolic resins into void over the longwall face. (Image sourced

from Wilsons Mining Services)

achieved when using these products. The requirements of this directive are sti

Strata bindinginvolves the injection of a polyurethane resin and catalyst underthrough drilled holes in the strata. The resin

to form strong and flexible bonds that stabilize the surrounding ground. Some ure

phenolic resins may al
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Figure 4: Construct ion of a plug seal in a control led environment (shipping container) during a trial

exercise.

Health Management System must provide wayssks and controlling the hazards that each of these products may present.

Part A- the resin and,

for most PUR products and 1:4 for most of the phenolic resins.

the ratios are strictly followed so that all of the catalyst is

orkers from a

as PURs. These resins are formed by mixing alecular weight

nufacture of polyurethaneate (TDI)

2.0 Types of Polymeric ChemicalsEach type of polymeric product has a different chemical make up and hence the hazards will varyfor each during application. A mines Safety andfor assessing the ri

Essentially each polymeric product used will consist of a two component system. These

components are generally referred to as;

Part B- the catalyst.

Mixing ratios will vary between 1:1

Care must be taken to ensure thatexhausted during the reaction.

It is generally the catalyst (Part B) that represents the greater risk to coal mine w

health perspective.

2.1 Polyurethane Resins (PUR)Polyurethane resins are often referred todiisocyanate and a polyol in the presence of a catalyst. Isocyanates are low mo

compounds which are highly reactive. The diisocyanate used in the maresins is typically methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) Previously toluene diisocyan


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several hours after the exposure ceases. It is worth noting that occupational asthma is the most

Skin contact with unreacted catalyst can cause rashes, blistering and reddening of the skin.cause irritation, conjunctivitis and eye tissue damage.

lies that during the

nding on the mixing ratio and thepresence of any contaminants, the temperature reached during the setting can vary between

pplied to all

ignificant fires in underground mines in which PUR was a causal

sulted in the production of copious quantities of toxic smoke and

the burning of these

s to Life andhly toxic gas

liberated in such fires. The report into the Kinross Gold Mine fire statese died from exposure to noxious gases.

of theseIn

s in Germany

sure Stand

The most hazardous ingredient in PUR with respect to health is the diisocyanate contained in the

is is methylene enyl diisocyanat I) and is l PUR productsland coal mines. The occupational exposure limits (OEL) specified by Safework Australia

common occupational lung disease in developed countries (ASCC 2005).

Contact with the eyes may


The chemical reaction that creates polyurethane foam is exothermic. This imp

reaction process heat is released to the surroundings. Depe

100oC and 198oC. A current upper action limit reaction temperature of 150oC is apolymeric injection chemicals used in underground coal mines in NSW.

There have been a number of s

factor or where its combustion regases. These include the following:

Michael Colliery Scotland 1968

Westcliff Colliery Australia 1986

Perisher Bullocks Flat tunnel Australia 1987

Kinross Gold Mine South Africa 1988 Daw Mill Colliery England 2006

Of particular concern is the liberation of hydrogen cyanide (HCN) gas during

products. HCN is extremely toxic and has been assigned an Immediately DangerouHealth (IDLH) level of 50ppm. Copious quantities of carbon monoxide (CO), a hig

(IDLH 1200ppm), are alsothat the majority of peopl

To minimise the potential for fire, fire retardants are added during the manufactureproducts and restrictions have been placed on the quantity of PUR that can be injected per hole.

addition, extensive testing is required during the approval process of these product

and then in New South Wales.

2.1.3 Expo ards

catalyst. Th diph e (MD currently used in alin Queens


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2.2 Phenol Formaldehyde Resins (Phenolic Resins)There are two distinct types of phenolic resins used in underground mines.classified as cavity filling

They are eitheror strata injection resins. Both of these resins are two component

id catalyst.

filling. Thehenol and formaldehyde. The acid catalyst generally comprises of

sulphuric, phosphoric and phenolsulphonic acid and has a low pH of approximately 1 (strong acid).gerous Good

olic resin and an ester

tassium hydroxide orline). These resins also contain

al formaldehyde and phenol. The resin is classified as a hazardous substance and ahazardous.

systems.

Cavity Filling Resins (Carbofill , Rocsil)

These systems are dual component resins that consist of phenolic resin and an ac

They are mixed in a ratio of 4:1 by volume and foam up to 30 times for mass cavityphenolic resin contains p

Both components are classified as hazardous substances and the acid is also a Danclass 8 (corrosive substance).

Injection Resins (Carbomine, Fenoflex)These systems are dual component resins that consist of an alkaline phen

for curing of the resin. The alkaline phenolic resins may contain either posodium hydroxide giving the resin a high pH of 13 (strong alka

residuDangerous Good class 8 (corrosive substance). The ester is not classified as

2.2.1 Health effects from exposure to Phenolic resin ingredients

PhenolPhenol is a highly corrosive and toxic substance that may enter the body through

ingestion and skin absorption as a vapor, liquid, or solid. The absorption effici

is approximately equal to that by inhalation. Therefore absorption through the skisignificant source of exposure.

inhalation,

ency through the skin

n may be a

phenol may result in acute irritant effects and systemic toxic effects. Locally, phenolemic toxic

and kidney

n with known kidney or

Exposure toexposures may result in irritation of the nose, throat and eyes and skin burns. Syst

effects due to high exposure include central nervous system impairment and liver

damage that may lead to death. It has been recommended that no persoliver damage be exposed to phenol at any concentration. Phenol has not been classified as a

human carcinogen.

FormaldehydeFormaldehyde is toxic by inhalation, skin contact and by ingestion. Formaldehyde solutions readily

itchinggive off formaldehyde gas, which has a pungent odour. Breathing formaldehyde vapour can resultin irritation of nerves in the eyes and nose, which may cause burning, stinging or


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In the cured state phenol formaldehyde polymers are of low toxicity and are dburn they may give off a

ifficult to ignite. If theynumber of toxic and irritant gases including sulphur dioxide, carbonxide.

rds

tances found in phenolicre are li

2: Exposure Stand for hazardo bstances f s

monoxide and carbon dio

2.2.3 Exposure Standa

The current national posure rd for hazardous subsoccupational exsted below.

standasins systems

Table a srd us us ound in phenolic resin

SubstanceTWA (8 Hour)* STEL^

ppm ppmAddi tional

Phenol 1 - Skin absorption significant

Formaldehyde 1 2 Respiratory sensitiser

Sulphuric acid 0.2 0.7 -

Phosphoric acid 0.2 0.7 -

Acetic Acid 10 15 -

* Time Weighted Average^ Short Term Exposure Limit

Note:Exposure limits specified are based on a standard 40 hour working week. Arequired for extended shift rosters.

djustment is

th a diisocyanate in the

cyanate MDI in

e products arespiratory system and skin.

es?sked to provide detail e of polymeric chemic and the total volume of

d during the p 2009. A total of four hundred and ninety five (495)ns were reported across all underground coal mines. Phenolic resins accounted

2.3 Urea Silicate ResinsUrea silicates are a two part system combining a sodium silicate mixed wi

presence of a catalyst. Like polyurethane resins the urea silicates contain the diiso

Part B.

The hazards for these products would be very similar to the PURs. In addition thesstrong alkalines and are severely irritating to the eyes, re

3.0 uch is u eensHow m sed in Qu land Coal MinMines were a s of the typ als

each type that was use eriod of separate applicatiofor approximately 85% by volume of the polymeric chemicals used.

Table 3: Product type and total combined volume used during 2009

Product Type Volume used (L) Number of mines using


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495

90

336

69100

200

300

400

500

600

Numberofapplications Total ber of

applic ions

num

at

Void fill

Strat tabilisat iona s

Seal

0

Type of application

0

20000

40000Vol

60000

80000

100000

120000

140000

160000

G H I J K

u

meofraw

product(L)

A B C D E F

PUR

Phelolic

Sodium Silicate

Figure 5: Type and number of applications

ccording to the

d the way in which e strata fails. Some minesare fortunate to encounter minimal geotechnical issues in the coal seam and therefore are notrequired to use these products regularly (if at all).

Figure 6: Type of product and volume used by each mine

The type of product used and the subsequent quantity used by each mine will vary a

geological conditions encountered during mining an th


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A hantitled List of

SC:10005]; or(b) meeting the criteria stated in NOHSCs document entitled Approved Criteria for

ed in Queensland coal mines for strata binding, void filling and

ified as Hazardous Substancesand therefore s55 and s56 of the

(1) T ubstances used atthe

dous substance; andn a location that is easily accessible by each coal mine worker at

Safety Data Sheets [NOHSC:2011].

56 Using hazardous substances(1) A g hazardous substances at the

(a) purchasing, selecting, storing, using, moving, decanting and disposing of hazardous

us substance.

In addition section 29 an Coal Mining Safety and Health Act 1999(CMSHA 1999)be achieved.

level , the

(b) as low as reasonably achievable.

nd operating

zardous substanceis a substance(a) listed as a designated hazardous substance in NOHSCs document e

Designated Hazardous Substances [NOH

Classifying Hazardous Substances [NOHSC:1008].

All polymeric chemicals currently us

sealing applications are class

Regulation applies. The Regulations state:

55 Hazardous substance registerhe site senior executive must ensure the mine has a register of hazardous s

mine.

(2) The register must

(a) contain the material safety data sheet for each hazar(b) be kept at the mine i

the mine.(3) The material safety data sheet must comply with NOHSCs document entitled National Code of

Practice for the Preparation of Material

coal mine must have a standard operating procedure for usin

mine.(2) The procedure must include provision for

substances; and

(b) appropriate first aid for a person affected by a hazardo

d 30 of thedefines what constitutes an acceptable level of risk and describes how this may

29.(1) For risk to a person from coal mining operations to be at an acceptable

operations must be carried out so that the level of risk from the operations is(a) within acceptable limits; and

30.(1) To achieve an acceptable level of risk, this Act requires that management asystems must be put in place for each coal mine.


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These exposure limits are listed in the document tilted Exposure Standards f

Contaminants in the Occupational Environment [NOHSC: 1003(1995)] or are avai

or Atmospheric

lable on line athttp://hsis.ascc.gov.au/SearchES.aspx. Information relating to the interpretation

standards can be found in th

of exposures

e Guidance Note [NOHSC: 3008 (1995)]. In addition the MaterialSafety Data Sheet (MSDS) for a hazardous substance must specify the exposure limits for each of

The New South Wales Department of Industry and Investment define Polymeric Chemicals as

udes polyester

Chief Inspector of Coal

in this approval the

, Thorntonexothermic

d oxygen index.

German Authority

ts demonstrating suitability for use in underground coal mines. These

fire and flame propagation properties.

re a polymeric chemical is used in an underground coal mine in NSW the supplierust provide the Chief Inspector with a risk assessment that addresses:

Application method

Storage

nt that all entities carrying out injection of

underground coal be licensed.

easurespresents the control measures employed by each of the mines during the application of

the ingredients that are hazardous.

4.2 NSW Coal Mining Legislative Requirements

any material (including its constituents) that is polymerised underground, but exclresin capsules for strata support .

In New South Wales (NSW) polymeric chemicals must be approved by the

Mines prior to them being able to be used in underground mines. To obta

material must pass tests that are carried out at the Mine Safety Technology CentreLaboratory. This includes the Mine Safety Test Method 98/1070 for maximum

temperature, fire resistance, flame propagation, flashpoint an

The NSW Mines Inspectorate also requires that all polymeric materials meet the

(LOBA) test requiremen

requirements relate to

In addition befoof the product m

Equipment used Transport

Handling

Clean up

Under recently introduced legislation there is a requireme

polymeric chemicals in NSW

5.0 Control MFigure 7 re

polymeric chemicals. All mines report that control measures include:
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rating. The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) should specify the type of glove material required

e obtained from the AS/NZS 2162.1:O use and maintenance or by consulting selection guides

p

http://www.allsafetyproducts.biz/page/74172

(eg. neoprene, PVC, natural rubber, viton etc).

More information on the selection of gloves can bccupational protective gloves Selection,

rovided by the suppliers of protective equipment such as:

eGuide.pdf http://www.ansellpro.com/download/Ansell_7thEditionChemicalResistanc

100%

level of eye protection should be determined through risk assessment and consultation with

nces being handled are corrosive or irritating tomay be splashed or sprayed, goggles must be

the application of

piratory protection that is used varied between eachticulate P1 or P2)

st mechanically

hey are not

1715:20091716: 2003

n required, it is important toknow the concentration of airborne contaminants that will be generated during the work activity.

g should cover

all tasks performed. It is suggested that if the mean exposure can not be reduced to below 50% ofthe Occupational Exposure Limit (OEL) by other means then the requirement for RPE should beseriously considered. This is in line with Section 29 (1)(a) of the CMSHA 1999 which requires that

operations be carried out so that the level of risk is as low as reasonably achievable.

Figure 8: Type of respiratory protection worn during use of polymeric chemicals.

The

the Material Safety Data Sheet. Where the substathe eyes and there is likelihood that the substanceworn.

6.1 Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE)All mines have indicated that Respiratory Protective Equipment is worn during

polymeric chemicals. The type and level of resmine. A number of mines (80%) indicated that disposable half face piece (par

respirators are worn. These respirators are designed to provide protection again

generated particulate such as dust (P1) or thermally generated particulates (P2). Tdesigned to provide protection against organic vapours.

Respiratory protective equipment should be selected in accordance with AS/NZSSelection, Use and Maintenance of Respiratory Protective Equipment andAS/NZS

Respiratory Protective Devices. When considering the level of protectio

This can only be achieved through personal exposure monitoring and this monitorin


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The purpose of fit testing is to ensure the coal mine worker is provided with a respir

their facial features and will provide adequate protection. Fit testing should be perrespirator selection process or whenever there is a change in respirator supply. Fit testing may be

ator that fits to

formed during the

quantitative and/or qualitative. Some qualitative and all quantitative methods require the use of

train those required to use it onor fit testing.

OSHA provide a freely downloadable training tool that demonstrates respirator donning procedure

specialist equipment and trained operators.

Once respiratory protection has been selected it is important tohow to correctly fit (don) and how to check for leaks. Leak tests do not substitute f

They should however be performed each time after donning the respirator.

and leak check. This is available at the following link:http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/respiratoryprotection/index.html#trainingvideos

The presence of facial hair does not allow for a perfect seal and will provide a pathway for

pirator. For this reason all personnel required to

tmosphere that a

ent and is

t, sampling media and analytical

d to determinerm monitoring for

filling applications.

osure monitoringorted that grab

tor tubes. These methodsare useful in determining the presence of a contaminant in the atmospheric environment but are

which polymericittle personal exposure

simulated applicationsab samples)

contaminants to enter around the edges of the reswear negative pressure respiratory protection should be clean shaven.

7.0 Personal Exposure MonitoringPersonal exposure monitoring generally refers to measuring contaminants in the a

worker breathes. Personal monitoring generally involves using specialised equipm

undertaken by personnel with specialist skills. The equipmenmethods used will be dependant on what substance is being measured.

Personal monitoring is an important part of the risk assessment process that is usethe level of control required to protect the worker. Methods are available to perfo

all the substances used in strata stabilisation and void

Only ten per cent (10%) of mines indicated that they have conducted personal expduring the application of polymeric chemicals. Forty per cent (40%) of mines rep

samples are taken during application of phenolic resins using stain indica

not a reliable indicator of personal exposure (Refer to Figure 7).

Due to the specialised nature of the equipment required and the adhoc nature atchemicals are used in underground coal mines, historically there has been l

monitoring conducted. The majority of monitoring has been undertaken inon the surface or by using less conclusive methods such as stain tubes (gr


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9.0 ConclusionsThe health and potential safety implications associated with the chemical ingredients contained in

these products are well documented, however to date there is limited health data available to

ialised contractors

th and safety information.mines and the potential

products and the limited personal exposure data, it is

recommended that the use of these products be tightly monitored and controlled.

To a

1. Only products that have undergone the LOBA and the NSW approval process be allowed to

efer to:

i.nsw.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0010/249760/Review-Process-Polymeric-

suggest that the risks are or are not being controlled.

The use of these products in Queensland coal mines is only performed by spec

who appear to have good systems in place and provide appropriate healHowever, based on the extent of use of these products in Queensland

health and safety effects of these

chieve this it is recommended that:

be used in Queensland underground coal mines. For more information r

http://www.dpChemicals-_and_-Systems.pdf

2. Applicators of these products are licensed as per the requirements under the NSW coal

the use

ate and monitor personal exposure levelsgenerated during application of PUR, phenolic and sodium silicate resins.

orn by

matched to the hazard (eg. organic vapour). The level of protection requirement should bedetermined through assessment of personal exposure.

6. All mines ensure that the use of single use systems such as silent seal are subject to a

risk assessment with a cross section of the workforce and ensure controls are implementedand all personnel applying these products are adequately trained.

mining legislation.

3. Applicators of these products be required to undergo routine health surveillance forof these products

4. The Queensland Mines Inspectorate investig

5. All mines review the requirement for and the type of respiratory protection woperators during the application of polymeric chemicals. Respiratory protection must be


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Appendix 1

Polymeric Chemical Survey


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Mine Name: Date survey completed :Person Completing Questionnair Position: mber:e: Contact Nu

Site Senior Executive:Question Response: (Tick box where appropriate and / or type response)

1. What type of polymeric chemicdo you use at this mine (for strstabilization and sealingapplications) and what was t

total quantity used in 2009each product?

alsata

he

for

sed

es oferic

ctively as

e

po l into

th

pur

Carbofileyco)

Polymeric chemicals refer to a group of products u

throughout the coal mining industry for various typstrata stabilization and sealing applications. Polym

products are often incorrectly referred to colle

PURs. The term PUR actually refers to just one typpolymeric chemica

ofl. The more commonly used

lymeric chemicals in the coal mining industry fa

ree (3) categories;

l

MPolyurethane based resins (PUR) (eg. Wir ,

arithan, Silent seal) Phenolic resins (eg. Fenoflex, Rocsil, Sodium silicate resins (eg. Geoflex, M

l)

No polymeric chemicals are used at this mine.

Polymeric chemicals are used at this mine but not aware what type as it is done by acontractor.

Phenolic resins:

Carbofill quantity _________(L)Rocsil foam quantity _________(L)

Fenoflex quantity _

________(L)

Polyurethane resins(PURs):

Bevedol / Bevedan quantity _________(L)Marithan quantity _________(L)

Silent seal quantity _________(L)

Micon seal quantity _________(L)

Sodium Silicate resins:

Geoflex quantity _________(L)Meyco 364 Flex quantity _________(L)

Meyco 367 Foam quantity _______

__(L)

___(L)____(L)

Others:

Specify _____________ quantity ______Specify _____________ quantity _____

2. How many times were theseproducts used in 2009?

Void filling ___________number of uses______

Strata support _________number of uses______

Seals ________________number of uses _____

3. Who applies these products at

your mine?

Product supplier (specify name) ________________

Contractor other than the supplier (specify name) ______________

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Mine employees

4. Who has responsibility for,

(a) Controlling /coordinatinand,

g ______________

(b) Supervising,the use of these productsthis mine

at?

Please specify:

(a) ______________________________(b) ______________________________

5. How are these products approvfor use at this mine? edPlease specify________________________

________

________

____________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

6 s are inthe use of these

products?

. What controls measureplace for

Elimination

Substitution

Engineering

Mine VentilationLocal Exhaust Ventilation (auxiliary fans)

Flow meters, indicators and pressure gauges

Self bunded storage pods for transportOther (specify) ___________________Other (specify) ___________________

iveAdminist ratChemical approved for use by LOBA

Trained operators assessed as competent and authorised by UMMTraining ( SOP )Training (Hazardous Substances)

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)Exclusion zones

Spill kits and emergency procedures

Personal exposure monitoring



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Health surveillance

Other (specify) ___________________Other (specify) ___________________

Personal Protective equipmentRespiratory protection (specify type)

Disposable half-face

Half-face cartridge respiratorsFull face cartridge respirators

Powered Air Purifying Respirator

Other ___________________CoverallsProtective eye wear

Gloves (specify type) _______________Other (specify) ____________________

7

tio

mine?

. Has personal exposuremonitoring of operators beenconducted during the applica n

of these products at your

Yes (Please specify detai

ls) _____________________

No personal exposure monitoring

8 ucts. Do users of these produndergo additional healthsurveillance?

(eg. Phenolic resins - Total phenol inurine)

Yes (Please specify) ________________

No additional health surveillance

9. What Safe Operating Procedurse o

_________

_______________

es Please specify___________________________________________________________________________________________

(SOP) are in place for the uthese products?

f _________________________________________________________________________________________________

10. How are these chemicalsstored onsite, and how is the

Please specify ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

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issuing of these chemicacontrolled / coordinate

ls __________________

d?

________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________

11. What procedures areplace for the transportpolymeric chemicals?

inof

___________________________

_________

Please specify ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________

12. What procedures are iplace for the disposal of wamaterial, unused product anempty container

nsted

s of polymeric

__________

__________________

_________________________________________________________

chemicals?

Please specify ___________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________

Please provide any additional information or comments on the use of polymeric chemicals:___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

____________________

__________

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