Mining Publication: Probability of Making a Successful Mine Escape While Wearing a Self-Contained Self-Rescuer
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Original creation date: December 1992
Authors: JG Kovac, C Vaught, MJ Brnich
Peer Reviewed Journal Article - December 1992
NIOSHTIC2 Number: 00213213
J Int Soc Respir Prot, 1992 Winter 10(4):18-30
A computer simulation has been developed to estimate the chances of a miner making a successful escape while wearing a SCSR. The model takes into account: (1) training in the use of SCSRs, (2) apparatus integrity, and (3) the oxygen cost of a mine escape. This Bureau of MInes report examines survival odds for a prototypical escape, and illustrates how these odds change when SCSR training in improved.
Peer Reviewed Journal Article - December 1992
NIOSHTIC2 Number: 00213213
J Int Soc Respir Prot, 1992 Winter 10(4):18-30
See Also
- The Critical Ventilation Velocity in Tunnel Fires - A Computer Simulation
- Cryogenic Life Support Technology Development Project
- Development of both a Dockable and Hybrid Person-Wearable Self-Contained Self-Rescuer
- Development of Components for Breathing Escape Apparatus (DSOV)
- Development of Components for Breathing Escape Apparatus (DSOV/HMC)
- Expectations Training for Miners using Self-Contained Self-Rescuers in Escape from Underground Coal Mines
- Probability of Making a Successful Mine Escape While Wearing a Self-Contained Self-Rescuer - A Computer Simulation
- Safety Aspects of Mine Ventilation Through Technical Development and Training
- Safety, Health, and Ventilation Cost Benefit Optimization with Simulation and Control
- Smart Escape SCBA
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Content source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Mining Program