Protection Of Electrical Equipment In Coal Handling Plant

Abstract

To Analyze the Different types of protective Equipment in CHP Mine. The Goleti Coal Handling Plant (CHP) mine, located in the Singareni coal belt, is a critical site for coal processing and transportation. Electrical hazards in coal handling plants pose significant risks to personnel due to the presence of high-voltage equipment, complex control systems, and continuous operations. The Goleti Coal Handling Plant (CHP), a part of Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), relies heavily on electrical systems for the operation of conveyors, crushers, and auxiliary machinery. This project focuses on the study and evaluation of electrical protective equipment (EPE) used to safeguard workers from electrical shocks, arc flashes, and other associated risks in the Goleti CHP mine.
Environmental considerations include dust suppression techniques and wastewater management systems. The integration of these protective measures ensures operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and workplace safety. This study highlights best practices for optimizing coal handling plant safety while minimizing risks and enhancing system reliability. In addition, system-based protection devices such as lockout/tagout (LOTO) kits, grounding rods, insulating mats, voltage testers, and circuit protection mechanisms are also examined. Field visits, maintenance logs, and interviews with electrical staff were used to assess the current safety practices and equipment standards
The analysis underscores the Electrical safeguards, such as earth fault protection and surge arresters, enhance operational safety. Furthermore, personnel protection is reinforced through the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), emergency response protocols, and hazard awareness training.