ISCO Specialization 2144.1.13 Mine Ventilation Engineer
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Mine Ventilation Engineer: Mine ventilation engineers design and manage systems and equipment to ensure fresh air supply and air circulation in underground mines and the timely removal of noxious gases. They co-ordinate ventilation system design with mine management, mine safety engineer and mine planning engineer.
Essential Skills
- Use A Computer
- Supervise Staff
- Design Ventilation Network
- Manage Mine Ventilation
- Design Drawings
- Manage Emergency Procedures
- Troubleshoot
- Mine Safety Legislation
- Address Problems Critically
- Prepare Technical Reports
- Ensure Compliance With Safety Legislation
- Use Mine Planning Software
- Computational Fluid Dynamics
Optional Skills
- Electricity
- Mining Engineering
- Geology
- Monitor Mine Costs
- Mechanics
- Use Technical Drawing Software
- Electronics
- Health And Safety Hazards Underground
Alternative Names
- Ventilation System Coordinator
- Ventilation Officer
