The Mines Rescue Rules, 1985
The Mines Rescue Rules, 1985 [1] came into force with effect from 2 April 1985 in India, replacing the previous Coal Mines Rescue Rules-1959, to provide for rescue of work persons in the event of explosion, fire etc. in the Mines. [2]
These rules apply to coal and metalliferous underground mines to provide for the establishment of rescue stations and conduct of rescue work. In case of explosion or fire, an inrush of water or influx of gases, services of specially trained men with special rescue apparatuses are required.
Salient Features [3][edit]
Chapter I - Preliminary
Chapter II - Rescue Stations and Rescue Rooms
Chapter III - Duties and Responsibilities of Superintendents etc.
Chapter IV - Organisation and Equipment in Mines
Chapter V - Conduct of Rescue Work
Chapter VI – Miscellaneous
References[edit]
- ^ [1], [2]
- ^ Mines Rescue Rules – 1985. "Mines Rescue Rules, 1985". Nova Mining. Retrieved 28 November 2016.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "India, Mines Rescue Rules, 1985". Ilo.org. 15 March 1952. Retrieved 28 November 2016.
See also[edit]
- Coal Mines Regulation Act 1908
- Quecreek Mine rescue
- Mine-rescue-training(MSHA)[1]
- ^ "Mine Rescue Training | Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)". Msha.gov. Retrieved 28 November 2016.