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Course of training in the use of self -rescuer

Course of training in the use of self -rescuer (See Regulation 243(3)(c) of Coal Mines Regulations 2017) Course of training:

1. Two lectures including demonstrations of not less than one hour duration each in every six months.

2. The following topics shall be covered in the training classes: a. Brief about noxious gases which may present in the atmosphere of belowground coal mines.

b. The circumstances which will necessitate the use of self-rescuer.

c. Brief detail about the self rescuer.

d. Checks to be performed before taking self-rescuer like, external damage, colour indicator, broken seal, etc.

e. Correct wearing/donning procedure of self-rescuer. f. Do’s and don’ts during use of self rescuer.

g. Probable discomforts faced during the use of self-rescuer and remedy thereof.

h. Escape routes, refuge chambers/change over stations.

i. Practice with donning unit not less than 30 minutes.

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