Mining Engineers - Working Conditions

In a typical work setting, mining engineers:

Are responsible for the health and safety of mine workers.
Communicate by telephone, e-mail, and in person on a daily basis. They also use letters and memos, but less often.
Have a medium to high level of social interaction. They talk to coworkers, but also spend time alone analyzing information.
Are responsible for the work done by other workers.
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Regularly work as part of a team.

Work both indoors and outdoors. Mining engineers who work at surface mines are more likely to be exposed to outside weather. Indoor locations may not be temperature-controlled.
Wear safety attire, such as hard hats and work boots, on a daily basis.
Are sometimes exposed to hazardous equipment. There is some likelihood of being injured from this exposure. Injuries are likely to be moderate.
Are sometimes exposed to pollutants, such as mine dust or harmful gases.
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Are exposed to very hot or very cold temperatures on a weekly basis.
Occasionally are exposed to sounds and noise levels that are uncomfortable or distracting.
Work in an enclosed vehicle on a weekly basis.
Work near others. They often share the same office space.

Must be exact in their work. Errors could seriously endanger the health of mine workers.
Make decisions that greatly impact their employer and coworkers on a daily basis. They rarely consult a supervisor before deciding a course of action.
Set nearly all their daily tasks and goals without talking to a supervisor first.
Work in a moderately competitive atmosphere. They must abide by strict daily deadlines.
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Repeat the same activities.