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Mining has been called "the most dangerous job in the world." While mining deaths in the United States have declined in number because of increased safety equipment, deaths and injuries still occur. What kinds of mining accidents can endanger those who work in the mines?

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Answer:

Roof collapse,

Runaway mining cars,

Illnesses from mining,

Longwall shed collapse, and.

Lack of safety equipment.

Step-by-step explanation:

accidents, dust (including poisoning by certain ores), high temperature and humidity, noise and vibration, toxic gases, and miscellaneous other hazards.

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