Methane and Coal Dust Problem in Underground Coal Mining and Alternative Ventilation Techniques

Abstract

Methane and coal dust explosions are among the most important risk factors that cause fatal occupational
accidents in underground coal mining. One of the most important reasons for these explosions is inadequate or
unfavourable ventilation conditions. In cases where the generally used classical ventilation systems are insufficient,
attempts are made to continue ventilation with classical methods instead of some methods that may be considered as
alternatives, and these methods often lose their applicability due to high costs. In this study, methods that emphasize their
applicability as alternatives in risky situations are proposed and the results of some study examples are evaluated.