Can trailing cables be anchored on tensioned roof bolts used for roof support?

Trailing cables should not be anchored to tensioned roof bolts used for roof support because doing so can create a safety hazard. Roof bolts are primarily designed to provide structural support and stability to the mine roof, and attaching cables to them could compromise their integrity or create additional stress.

If cables become snagged, it could lead to dangerous situations, such as cables being pulled loose or roof bolts being dislodged, thereby endangering miners. Moreover, the movement of the roof or any potential subsidence could affect the cables and create electrical hazards, particularly if the insulation on the cables is damaged or compromised.

Maintaining a secure and unobstructed environment is crucial in mining operations, so it is essential to follow established safety protocols that prohibit such practices. Hence, the safest approach is not to anchor trailing cables to roof support systems at all.