Risk assessment in akarşen (Artvin – Murgul) underground copper mine operation

In the thesis study, firstly information was gicen about copper mine and copper management. By making a definition of risk, information was given about risk assessment and processes. Fine Kinney's method is defined in the risk assessment method of the study. The main purpose of the study; is to evaluate the risk that may be encountered in the Akarşen (Artvin – Murgul) mine, which is an underground copper mining. Priority information about the mine subject to risk assessment such as; geographical location, production management, number of employees and mine production area are given. Fine Kinney's method, one of the risk assessment methods, was used while assessing the risks. The present risks identified at the mine site and measures to be taken against these risks are presented in tables with this method. As a result of the degrees of current risks and measures taken, risk assements have been given. The risks found were compared with the literatüre. As a result of the study; information and suggestions are given abouth what the identified risk are, how to eliminate them or how to reduce them to the minimum risk level if we don't have a chance to eliminate them.