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SURVIVAL CHAMBER [1 record]

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Record 1 2002-03-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Mining Dangers and Mine Safety
DEF

A chamber or opening in a mine into which personnel can escape to take refuge in the event of some disaster, e.g. an explosion.

OBS

The term "refuge chamber" seems to be used in South Africa.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Exploitation minière (dangers et sécurité)

Spanish

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