Which is not a risk factor associated with underground mining method ?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option 4: Deadly animals
Underground mining involves several occupational hazards, including:
- Exposure to poisonous gases such as methane and carbon monoxide.
- Fires in mines, which can spread rapidly in enclosed underground spaces.
- Floods in mines caused by groundwater seepage or sudden water inflow.