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This report deals with the preparedness of miners to respond to underground fires. It is intended to aid the mining industry in understanding the various roles of emergency responders and the training techniques used to increase their skill levels. The report also presents a technology overview to assist in effective response to mine fires.
Format: PDF
Language: English (US)
Size: 1 MB
Developed by: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
Suggested citation
NIOSH [2005]. Fire response preparedness for underground mines. Pittsburgh, PA: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No. 2006-105.
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National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health