Application of Mine Excellence software in flyrock prediction &amp; mitigation

Nayak, Nirlipta Priyadarshini; Jain, Abhinav; Mahapatra, Saubhagya Ranjan

doi:10.1016/j.matpr.2021.08.282

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“…That is why the blaster places guards at entry roads around the area where rocks might fly to keep people out and protect workers from death and injury. Yet people have still been killed inside [and outside] the blast 453 approximately three tons [6,000 pounds] thrown to a d 454 contributes about 68% of total injuries worldwide 455 The designated blast zone or blast area (exclusion zone) is confined within the boundaries of a quarry operation, and all of the adverse effects, including flyrock, associated with blasting must remain or be contained onsite: es the danger area, which is the zone in which there exists a possibility of hazard to a person or property from flyrock, fume, air blast or ground vibrations, and is the area where the blaster has 463 , flyrock is a common occurrence: outside of the immediate blast site, was common when bottom shots were blasted. In the two months prior to December 19, 1983, flyrock occurred in about 90 percent of the shots.…”

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Environmental, Legal and Social Implications of Aggregate Extraction (Mining) Operations

Sevelka

2024

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The book "Environmental, Legal and Social Implications of Aggregate Extraction (Mining) Operations" takes a comprehensive look at the multifaceted impact of mining activities on the environment, legal frameworks, and social dynamics. The narrative unfolds layer by layer, examining the intricate connections between aggregate extraction operations and their consequences. Beginning with an introduction that sets the stage for the exploration ahead, the book addresses the environmental concerns associated with blasting quarry operations. It delves into issues of land use compatibility and potential impacts on property values, offering a detailed analysis of the complex relationship between mining activities and the surrounding landscape. Legal dimensions take centre stage in subsequent chapters, shedding light on adverse and cumulative effects of blasting quarry operations. The book explores lawsuits and complaints arising from such activities, presenting a thorough examination of the legal battles that often ensue. Proposed remedies are also discussed, aiming to navigate the challenges posed by the intersection of mining and legal frameworks. Safety considerations are highlighted in the discussion on preventing the potentially deadly consequences of flyrock. The book advocates for mandatory minimum setbacks and separation distances, addressing the need for proactive measures to ensure the safety of both workers and nearby communities. Scientific aspects of mining operations are scrutinized in detail, particularly the reliability of flyrock throw calculations. The narrative points out the unscientific and unreliable nature of current methodologies, emphasizing the ongoing challenges in accurately predicting and mitigating the impacts of flyrock incidents. Real-life cases add a human dimension to the exploration, with a focus on thirteen homeowners living near a blasting quarry. The book details their experiences, including buyouts initiated by quarry owners, providing a personal perspective on the social implications of mining activities. A specific regional focus on Ontario brings attention to the sterilization of homeowners' land and the subsequent loss of property value. The book frames these occurrences as a de facto taking without compensation, raising ethical and legal questions about the toll of aggregate extraction on local communities. In its conclusion, the book synthesizes insights from the preceding chapters, emphasizing the delicate balance required in aggregate extraction operations. It prompts reflection on the need to harmonize economic interests with environmental sustainability, legal compliance, and social well-being. "Environmental, Legal and Social Implications of Aggregate Extraction (Mining) Operations" serves as a thought-provoking and comprehensive exploration, offering readers a nuanced understanding of the challenges posed by mining activities and advocating for responsible practices in the industry.

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Section: Characterization and Unpredictability Of Flyrockmentioning

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Environmental, Legal and Social Implications of Aggregate Extraction (Mining) Operations

Sevelka

2024

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“…"(Bajpayee, Verakis and Lobb, 2022) "Flyrock [from surface mining blasting operations] contributes about 68% of total injuries worldwide. "(Nayak, Jain and Mahapatra , 2021)…”

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Preventing the Potentially Deadly Consequences of Flyrock: Mandatory Minimum Setbacks and Separation Distances Required

Sevelka¹

2022

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Detonation of explosives is the principal method used in extracting rock in a quarry operation, and leads to a number of adverse effects on the environment and its inhabitants. The engineers associated with aggregate industry and its explosives have been remarkably successful in concealing from the public, including land use planners, mortgage lenders, real estate brokers, real estate appraisers, etc., the existence and danger of flyrock, which is the ultimate adverse effect of a blasting quarry operation, and a significant health and safety issue. Flyrock is an unavoidable and unpredictable by-product of blasting rock, and because of the way in which flyrock is defined or characterized varies from jurisdiction to jurisdiction the incidence or frequency of flyrock is understated and underreported. Flyrock has the potential to damage personal and real property, and to injure, disable permanently or kill human and non-human life. The purpose of this research paper is to create public awareness of flyrock, to dispel the notion that flyrock can be eliminated by the use of empirical formulae, and to support the argument that the only effective remedy to protect the environment and health and safety of onsite quarry employees and offsite third parties is by way of permanent onsite setbacks and offsite separation distances.

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Application of a Data Augmentation Technique on Blast-Induced Fly-Rock Distance Prediction

Armaghani

Lai

2023

Emerging Trends in Mechatronics

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Application of Mine Excellence software in flyrock prediction & mitigation

Cited by 7 publications

References 12 publications

Environmental, Legal and Social Implications of Aggregate Extraction (Mining) Operations

Environmental, Legal and Social Implications of Aggregate Extraction (Mining) Operations

Preventing the Potentially Deadly Consequences of Flyrock: Mandatory Minimum Setbacks and Separation Distances Required

Application of a Data Augmentation Technique on Blast-Induced Fly-Rock Distance Prediction

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