What are some common noncompliant behaviors that put miners at risk?

• A. Ignoring safety procedures, bypassing guards, working under the influence, and working alone without authorization
• B. Reporting hazards and following procedures
• C. Taking appropriate breaks
• D. Receiving training

Answer: (A)

Noncompliant behaviors that put miners at risk involve ignoring safety procedures, bypassing guards, working under the influence, and working alone without authorization. Each of these actions defeats the controls that keep workers safe. Ignoring safety procedures means the required steps and checks aren’t done, leaving hazards unmitigated. Bypassing guards removes a critical physical barrier that protects against moving equipment or dangerous tasks, increasing the chance of injury. Working under the influence impairs judgment, reaction time, and decision-making, making it harder to recognize hazards or react properly. Working alone without authorization eliminates supervision and timely assistance, and can bypass communication and monitoring controls that help ensure a safe work pace and awareness of someone’s location.

Choices that involve reporting hazards, following procedures, taking breaks, and receiving training represent safe, compliant actions that support the safety system and reduce risk.