Mining Publication: Continuous Mining: A Pilot Study of the Role of Visual Attention Locations and Work Position in Underground Coal Mines
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Original creation date: August 2009
Authors: JR Bartels, S Gallagher, DH Ambrose
Peer Reviewed Journal Article - August 2009
The purpose of this study was to perfect a method of gathering information on work positions and Visual Attention Locations (VALs) needed by operators during the cutting phase and while the continuous miner trams to a new location. This study precedes a future investigation using the developed survey that will recommend injury prevention interventions based on the influence of work positions and VALs on the risk of potential injury.

Peer Reviewed Journal Article - August 2009
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program