The drill and blast method is a widely used technique in mining operations, particularly in hard rock mining. This process involves two key components: drilling holes into the rock formation and subsequently blasting the rock to facilitate its fragmentation. Drill patterns are meticulously designed to optimise the blasting process, considering factors like rock type, size, and desired fragmentation. The drilling phase utilises specialised equipment to bore holes into the rock, where explosives a

This video demonstrates the process of rock bolting and wire mesh installation in an underground mining project. These ground support techniques are essential for ensuring stability and safety in excavated tunnels and stopes. However, it is important to note that while this video shows the installation of wire mesh before the first layer of shotcrete, this is not considered best practice. The first layer of shotcrete should always be applied before installing wire mesh to ensure that personnel d