What is the procedure for dealing with a failing roof or ground hazard?

• A. Stop work, evacuate area if necessary, implement rock support or retreat as per ground control plan, and notify supervisor.
• B. Continue work and monitor the hazard.
• C. Postpone the issue until the end of the shift.
• D. Notify external agencies only.

Answer: (A)

When a roof or ground hazard is failing, the immediate priority is to control the risk on site. Stop work, evacuate the area if needed to remove people from danger, and implement rock support or retreat as specified in the ground control plan. Then notify the supervisor so the proper assessment and stabilization actions can be organized. This sequence isolates the hazard, applies approved controls, and ensures supervision and coordinated response. Continuing work or delaying action allows the hazard to worsen, while only notifying external agencies bypasses on-site control and is not the immediate step required.