ABSTRACT
The University of New South Wales faculties of engineering, in collaboration with the College of Fine Arts, has developed a 360° surround, Virtual reality (VR), stereo-projection theater system known as Advanced Visualization and Interactive Environment. In 2017, the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety superseded the Western Australia Department of Industry and Resources. Researchers at the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health have used a game engine to develop a portion of an underground coal mine for training mine workers. It is strongly believed that the application of VR training systems can enhance the mining industry’s safety record and save lives by increasing the quality and effectiveness of safety training. Intrinsic safety is a non-physical type of protection technique for the safe operation of electrical equipment in hazardous areas. The mining industry is considered as a low-tech industry when compared to other highly hazardous industries.
