what does the headgear of a mine do

The headgear of a mine is responsible for hoisting, which involves raising and lowering conveyances within the mine shaft. It is a structure that supports the hoisting rope or cable of a mine shaft, allowing for materials to be transported between levels within the mine. The headgear plays a pivotal role in the operation of the mine, facilitating the movement of miners, equipment, and materials in and out of the mine. The lifting system is used to take miners underground and back up again, and it is also used to lift the mined ore to the surface. The headgear constructions support wheel mechanisms for suspending winding cables that transport workers and ore up and down deep level shafts.