Underground Mine Ventilation Checklist
Ensure safe and compliant underground operations. Our Underground Mine Ventilation Checklist streamlines assessments, mitigates risks, and helps you meet regulatory requirements - all in one easy-to-use template. Protect your team and optimize airflow with confidence.
This Template was installed 3 times.
Pre-Shift Ventilation Checks
Initial assessment of ventilation system functionality before shift commencement.
Date of Inspection
Inspection Start Time
Ventilation Control Room Location
Main Fan Operational Status
Auxiliary Fan Operational Status
Main Fan Amperage (A)
Auxiliary Fan Amperage (A)
Notes/Observations
Inspector Signature
Airflow Monitoring
Measurement and verification of airflow rates at designated locations.
Airflow Rate (m³/s)
Static Pressure (Pa)
Fan Status
Temperature (Celsius)
Monitoring Date
Monitoring Time
Monitoring Location (Ventilation Point)
Notes/Observations
Ventilation Controls Inspection
Examination of ventilation controls, including fans, dampers, and regulators.
Fan 1 RPM
Fan 2 RPM
Damper 1 Position (Open/Closed/Partially Closed)
Damper 2 Position (Open/Closed/Partially Closed)
Air Pressure at Regulator A (kPa)
Notes on Control Operation or Issues
Last Calibration Date (Regulator A)
Inspector Signature
Dilution Ventilation Assessment
Evaluation of ventilation effectiveness in diluting gases and dust.
Methane Concentration (ppm)
Oxygen Concentration (%)
Carbon Dioxide Concentration (%)
Dust Concentration (mg/m³)
Ventilation Effectiveness (Qualitative)
Observations & Notes
Dilution Ventilation Control Status
Fire Suppression Ventilation Checks
Verification of fire suppression ventilation system readiness.
Fire Suppression Fan Status
Fire Suppression Fan RPM
Fire Water Spray Nozzle Condition
Last Fire Suppression System Test Date
Time of Fire Suppression System Activation (if applicable)
Notes on Fire Suppression Ventilation System Performance
Emergency Ventilation Procedures
Review and confirmation of emergency ventilation procedures and equipment.
Emergency Ventilation System Activation Procedure Reviewed?
Time to Activate Emergency Ventilation (minutes)
Brief Description of Actions Taken During Emergency Ventilation Activation
Date of Last Emergency Ventilation Drill
Time of Last Emergency Ventilation Drill Start
Emergency Ventilation Routes Verified Clear?
Signature of Person Verifying Emergency Ventilation Procedures
Ventilation Obstruction Checks
Inspection for obstructions that may impede airflow.
Location of Obstruction Check (e.g., Face, Return Airway)
Potential Obstruction Types Observed
Description of Obstruction (if any)
Estimated Obstruction Size (e.g., in meters/feet)
Obstruction Clearance Status
Date of Clearance (if applicable)
Time of Clearance (if applicable)
Inspector Signature
Gas Monitoring Equipment Calibration
Validation of gas monitoring equipment accuracy and functionality.
Calibration Date
Span Gas Concentration (ppm)
Zero Gas Concentration (ppm)
Reading at Zero Gas (ppm)
Reading at Span Gas (ppm)
Calibration Successful?
Calibration Notes (if applicable)
Calibrator Signature
Equipment ID
Documentation & Record Keeping
Review of ventilation logs, maintenance records, and incident reports.
Check Date
Check Time
Previous Incident Count (Last 12 Months)
Summary of Findings/Observations
Supporting Documentation (e.g., airflow readings, gas monitoring reports)
Corrective Actions Required?
Description of Corrective Actions (If Yes)
Inspector Signature
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