Mine Safety & Health Handbook: Approaches From the Field

In an industry where safety and health are paramount, Mine Safety and Health Handbook offers a groundbreaking resource designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and strategies needed to protect and advance the workforce. This indispensable handbook represents a culmination of years of expertise, innovation, and collaborative effort from some of the industry's leading minds.

A Systems Approach to Safety and Health

The handbook is organized into four parts, each designed to provide a systematic approach to safety and health in mining:

• Frameworks and Theories: Introduces safety, health, and risk management frameworks and theories, encouraging readers to apply them in their own experiences to identify and mitigate hazards effectively.
• Fundamental Knowledge: Covers hazard identification and risk mitigation from industrial safety engineering to health hygiene perspectives. Accessible to both novice and experienced professionals, it updates the body of knowledge on various safety, health, and risk indicators.
• Collaborative Case Studies: Presents 14 case studies showcasing diverse operations' initiatives, programs, and practices, highlighting the importance of leadership and organizational support in cultivating a positive safety culture.
• Credentialing and Professional Development: Provides an overview of SME’s Certified Mine Safety Professional (CMSP) credentialing program, linking the handbook's topics to the CMSP body of knowledge and offering knowledge checks to challenge readers critically.

As the mining industry evolves, new safety and health risks will emerge. This handbook not only addresses current challenges but also prepares industry leaders to foster a culture of safety, inclusivity, and well-being. Whether you are an established professional or an emerging leader, Mine Safety and Health Handbook is your essential guide to navigating the complexities of mine safety and health.

Emily J. Haas, PhD, has more than a decade of experience leading high-visibility occupational safety and health (OSH) projects. She has held several positions within the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) that focus on risk identification and mitigation in high-hazard industries including mining, construction, and public safety. She has authored more than 100 publications and provided over
150 technical presentations, including workshops and keynotes at international OSH conferences.

Having received her doctoral degree in Health Communication from Purdue University’s Brian Lamb School of Communication in 2012, she felt a personal connection to a public safety project at Purdue University that focused on motorcycle safety, which further shaped her desire to promote safety and health measures. In 2019, Purdue University honored Haas with an Emerging Voice Award, which recognizes alumni who excel in their careers and are engaged members of society. In her current role, Haas continually mentors and seeks out opportunities for emerging leaders in OSH.