Western Canada Mine Rescue Manual Chapter 1
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What is the primary purpose of the Western Canada Mine Rescue Manual?

  • To serve as a reference for mine rescue trainers in developing training agendas
  • To outline the roles and responsibilities of mine rescue team members
  • To provide basic training in rescue procedures for emergency response at mining operations (correct)
  • To provide a comprehensive guide to surface and underground mining operations

    • Who is responsible for appointing a qualified person as a trainer for mine rescue training?

  • Management (correct)
  • The appointed rescue trainer
  • Employers and trainees
  • Mine rescue team members

    • What is the primary responsibility of the appointed rescue trainer?

  • Developing training agendas
  • Maintaining a log of training records (correct)
  • Overseeing mine rescue team operations
  • Conducting training sessions

    • What is required for all records of mine rescue training?

    <p>Sign-off by employers and trainees</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of constructing a training agenda for mine rescue training?

    <p>To achieve the maximum training results for the allotted training time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of management in mine rescue training?

    <p>To appoint a qualified trainer and ensure team practice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to have trained mine rescue teams at surface and underground mining operations?

    <p>To comply with local legislation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the ultimate goal of mine rescue training?

    <p>To prepare mine rescue teams to respond to emergencies effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the Vice-Captain in a mine rescue operation?

    <p>To lead the team in retreat for short distances through areas already explored</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the response process of a mine rescue operation?

    <p>Preparation, including ensuring equipment and familiarity with facilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the response process in a mine rescue operation?

    <p>To safely travel to and arrive at the incident scene</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Captain in a mine rescue operation?

    <p>To resume the responsibility of leading the team as soon as circumstances permit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the MERP that is initiated by the rescue team?

    <p>Response procedures and pre-incident plans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason for accountability at the incident scene?

    <p>To account for the responding rescue team members first</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the rescue team in a mine rescue operation?

    <p>To respond to the incident, control the scene, and assist with casualty extrication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the last step in the response process of a mine rescue operation?

    <p>Arrival at the scene and accountability for the responding rescue team members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary geographical condition necessary for an avalanche to occur?

    <p>Slope orientation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do avalanches rarely start on slopes steeper than 45°?

    <p>Snow sloughs off continuously rather than accumulating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one environmental effect that can contribute to the development of avalanche conditions?

    <p>Wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common type of avalanche that occurs in winter after storms?

    <p>Dry powder snow avalanche</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential trigger point for an avalanche?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a human trigger event for an avalanche?

    <p>Working on a slope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When are wet snow avalanches most common?

    <p>In spring and summer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of wet snow avalanches?

    <p>They are heavy and wet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary effect of increased carbon dioxide on human respiration?

    <p>Increased respiratory rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the explosive range of carbon monoxide?

    <p>12.5%–74%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate concentration of carbon dioxide in which respiration becomes laborious?

    <p>50,000 ppm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary source of carbon dioxide in mine air?

    <p>Decomposition of organic compounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the physical property of carbon monoxide that distinguishes it from air?

    <p>It is slightly lighter than air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what concentration of carbon dioxide can a person survive for only a few minutes?

    <p>100,000 ppm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary hazard of carbon monoxide?

    <p>It is toxic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of water sprays on carbon monoxide in the air?

    <p>It is not removed from the air by water sprays</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you avoid doing when near power lines?

    <p>Touching vehicles or apparatus in contact with electrical wires</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What indicates a ground gradient in an area with downed wires?

    <p>A tingling sensation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a fundamental aspect of mine rescue?

    <p>Identifying and responding to hazardous substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can emit large quantities of toxic or explosive gases during an emergency?

    <p>Fires in electrical equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first priority for miners during a mine fire?

    <p>Protecting themselves from toxic gases and oxygen deficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common hazard in mines during normal operating conditions?

    <p>Toxic gases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you avoid using on fires in energized electrical equipment?

    <p>Solid or straight water streams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key objective of mine rescue teams?

    <p>Identifying and responding to hazardous substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

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