Question

Engineer A, the Chief Engineer for a long-established mine, engaged Geoscientist B to study the mine operations. During a site inspection, Geoscientist B observed safety concerns in the mine. Engineer A explained that safety improvements had been rejected by senior mine management due to marginal profitability. What should Engineer A do at this point?

a. Report the safety concerns to senior mine management and insist on implementing changes.

b. Disregard the safety concerns since Geoscientist B was not hired for mine safety.

c. Collaborate with Geoscientist B to develop a comprehensive safety improvement proposal.

d. Continue mine operations without addressing the observed safety issues.

Answer 1

Engineer A should report the safety concerns to senior mine management and insist on implementing changes.

Step-by-step explanation:

Engineer A should choose option a. and report the safety concerns to senior mine management and insist on implementing changes. It is the responsibility of the Chief Engineer to prioritize the safety of the mine personnel and operations. By reporting the concerns and insisting on implementing changes, Engineer A can help prevent potential accidents or injuries and ensure the well-being of everyone working in the mine.