MERD — Mock Disaster
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Channel: PublicResourceOrg · 2008 · Education
Mine Safety and Health Administration MERD — Mock Disaster DVD595 (Was VC926) - 1998 This video documents a Simulated Mine Emergency Problem held in an active mine with 7 mine rescue teams participating. The problem consists of a reported explosion with smoke coming out the return airways. The ventilation controls have been destroyed, 16 miners are unaccounted for, and the mine is located in a remote area. Company, state and federal inspectors, state and local police representatives, local emergency personnel, and a state life flight helicopter are used in the simulation. The video also discusses the lessons learned from the exercise.
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