Ontario Mine Rescue and International Collaboration

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Who has sole jurisdiction over the body in a mining fatality?

The coroner's office (correct)

The local police

Ontario Mine Rescue

The MLTSD

Why may Ontario Mine Rescue be asked to assist in a body recovery operation?

Because they are mandatory responders

Because the coroner's office has requested their assistance (correct)

Because they are the fastest responders

Because they are the only trained responders

In what capacity may Ontario Mine Rescue staff and volunteers be called upon by the coroner's office?

As experts

As consultants

As investigators

As witnesses (correct)

Under what circumstances may Ontario Mine Rescue consider projects outside of their provincial jurisdiction?

When there is a surplus of capacity in the province Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for projects outside of Ontario to be considered by Ontario Mine Rescue?

The project must provide a significant economic and/or technical benefit to the Ontario Mine Rescue program Signup and view all the answers

What is a condition for Ontario Mine Rescue to recover costs for a project outside of their jurisdiction?

All direct costs of the work must be recovered Signup and view all the answers

How many mine rescue trained personnel must each operating mine in Ontario have?

15 Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of active debriefings after incidents and drills?

To determine if mine rescue volunteer response meets the necessary requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of mine rescue personnel required for mines in startup or care and maintenance?

1 Signup and view all the answers

Why are mutual aid agreements necessary for large-scale emergencies?

To provide additional resources and support Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame within which mine rescue personnel must be activated and begin responding to an emergency?

15 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Why are realistic point-in-time evaluations necessary for each shift rotation?

To determine what a fully complemented roster resembles Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of stacking chairs in a mine rescue facility?

For classroom work Signup and view all the answers

What type of board is necessary for class work and team briefings?

A whiteboard or a blackboard Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a tall metal cabinet with adjustable shelves in a mine rescue facility?

To store equipment safely Signup and view all the answers

Why is an inventory necessary in a mine rescue facility?

To ensure no equipment is forgotten Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a substation in a mine rescue facility?

To enable a mining company to cope with a minor incident Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum length of fire hose that a mine must provide?

4 50-ft lengths Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of a pre-operation inspection by cagetenders?

To ensure all safety equipment is in working order Signup and view all the answers

Where should Jumbo cylinders of air be stored?

On a cart that can be secured in the conveyance Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the additional first aid supplies that a mine must provide?

Cervical collars Signup and view all the answers

Why must SCBA for cagetenders be stored in a known fresh air location?

To prevent air contamination Signup and view all the answers

How often should the equipment be tested to ensure it is emergency ready?

Regularly Signup and view all the answers

What role does Ontario Mine Rescue play in the international mine rescue organization?

An executive member Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the International Mines Rescue Competition (IMRC)?

To showcase the skills of mine rescue teams Signup and view all the answers

What supplementary function does the Ontario Mine Rescue program provide to mine operators?

Facilitating mine rescue procurement processes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the mine rescue procurement process?

To assist mine operators in purchasing like equipment or supplies Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Ontario Mine Rescue in the event of a mine workplace fatality?

To assist in the recovery of the deceased Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between the Ontario Mine Rescue program and the Office of the Chief Coroner?

The Ontario Mine Rescue program provides support to the Office of the Chief Coroner Signup and view all the answers