The primary objective of workplace safety is preventing workplace injuries, illnesses and fatalities. Employers develop detailed plans that provide guidance in the event of an accident, fire, natural disaster or other emergency. Workplace safety plans also identify the roles and responsibilities of employers and employees when responding during incidents. For example, some employees are responsible for directing workers to emergency stairwells or exits. Another goal of workplace safety is reducing and removing current dangers to improve working conditions. Mining companies, which have some of the highest rates of work-related