2. TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE OF THE MINING LAW 1 NCMAQB

3. 1. Before operating self-propelled mobile equipment, you must: A. Conduct a pre-shift inspection B. Make sure you have been trained in the correct operating procedures C. Notify your supervisor of any major safety defects D. Sound the horn if equipped with one 2 A

4. Fall Protection must be worn when: 3 A. Climbing ladders B. Within 6 ft. from the edge C. Where there is a danger of falling D. Climbing ladders over 30 ft. C

5. Seat belt use in haul trucks and loaders is: 4 A. A company rule B. Not necessary if the belt is broken C. A State and Federal regulation D. Not necessary if you are sitting still with the engine running and eating lunch C

6. Before a conveyor is started: 5 A. An audible warning must be given B. The operator must always check the full length of the conveyor for personnel C. A visible warning may be given in some instances D. The warning must be given again if the conveyor does not start within 30 seconds D

7. You have the right to see the results of hearing & dust test on you made by MSHA or the company: 6 A. True B. False C. Only if you have a lawyer do it for you D. Only if MSHA says you can A

8. If you have to work on a piece of mobile equipment in a raised position: 7 A. The equipment must be blocked B. The equipment must be chocked in some way C. The key should be removed from the ignition D. The key must be removed from the ignition A

9. Required labeling of electrical switches: 8 A. Is determined by the location of the switch B. All switches must be labeled C. Must not be made with magic markers D. Is optional if you can see the motor controls B

10. Berm height alone roadways is ultimately decided by: 9 A. Axle height B. Road Width C. Depth of drop-off D. Size of equipment using the road A.

11. Electrical lockouts: 10 A. Are always required when performing any maintenance checks on electrical equipment B. Must only be removed by the person who installed them C. None of the above B

12. Rigging devices, such as slings, when used by cranes or hoists must be: 11 A. Certified for the weight to be lifted B. Inspected before use C. Both A&B D. Equipped with labels E. All of the above F. Some of the above E

13. Hazard awareness training for visitors to the mine: 12 A. Is always required B. Is not required if the person is accompanied by an experienced miner at all times C. Must be made before they are exposed to mine hazards D. Must be made in a language they understand B

14. When climbing ladders, you must: 13 A. Carry nothing in your hands B. Wear fall protection C. Face the ladder D. Make sure it is rated to hold your body weight A&C

15. When is activity between equipment & a highwall or bank ok? 14 A. To dismount only B. When greasing machinery C. Never D. Always….there is no standard prohibiting it A

16. Riding in the bed of a pickup truck: 15 A. Is never allowed B. Is okay if provisions are made for secure travel C. Is okay if there is nothing in the bed, & you are sitting on the bed D. Is always allowed if the truck never exceeds 10 mph B

17. Back-up alarms: 16 A. Must be audible B. Must be audible above the surrounding noise level C. Are required on all mobile equipment D. Are required on all self- propelled mobile equipment B

18. Fire extinguishers must be inspected at least: 17 A. Daily B. Weekly C. Monthly D. Quarterly C

19. Parking brakes must be set when: 18 A. The equipment is left unattended B. The equipment is under repair C. The equipment is stopped on a hill unattended D. Conducting pre-shift inspections A

20. Entering bins & hoppers always requires: 19 A. Hazardous loose material be removed or scaled B. Life lines and harness C. At least two people D. A confined space permit C

21. How close to a loaded hole can non-explosive loading activities be permitted? 20 A. Never closer than 50 feet B. No closer than 31 ft. if a barrier is used C. Never closer than 30 ft. D. Never closer than 10 yards A

22. Goggles or face shields must be worn when: 21 A. Skinning deer B. Using a grinder C. Using a cutting torch D. Handling batteries E. Both B&C E

23. The use of chocks: 22 A. Does not apply to trailers B. Does not apply to pickup trucks C. Does not apply to customer trucks D. Does not apply to track mounted equipment E. Does apply if parked on a grade E

24. Storage areas for flammable & combustible liquids must be: 23 A. Posted with “No Smoking And No Open Flame Signs” B. Equipped with firewalls of at least a 1 hour rating C. Free of cigarette butts D. Equipped with automatic fire suppression system A

25. All lifting hooks on cranes, chain-falls & come-a-longs must be: 24 A. Certified by MSHA B. Made of type “SG” metal C. Equipped with functional safety clips D. Painted with non-slip paint A

26. Guards on moving machine parts: 25 A. Are always required B. Can be off the equipment during operation at certain times C. Must be installed on moving gears within 7 ft. of a walking working surface D. Can create a hazard A

27. When using compressed air to clean off your close 26 A. You must use proper eye protection B. You must use pressure lower then 30 psi C. You must first take off the clothing D. Never-The use of compressed air is not allowed at mines E. The clothing must not be combustible D

28. Firearms on mine property: 27 A. Are not allowed by State or Federal Law B. Must be kept unloaded at all times C. Must be kept in plain view D. All of the above E. A company policy E

29. Bonus Question: Drinking beer in the company bathroom: 28 A. Is one violation of the standards B. Is two violations of the standards C. Is a company violation D. Is okay as long as you wash your hands first E. Is okay if it is an O'Doul's brand B