PART XXIX UNDERGROUND OPERATIONS — Refuge station

An employer shall ensure that an underground refuge station is

excavated in solid host material or constructed of steel; at least 48 hours of breathable air for the number of workers who may reasonably be expected to use the refuge station in accordance with the procedure established under section 541 ;

separated from adjoining workings by fire doors or stoppings that are food and potable water for the number of workers who may reasonably be expected to use the refuge station in accordance with the procedure established under section 541 ;

designed to prevent noxious fumes from entering the refuge station, and (ii) constructed of materials that have at least a one-hour fire resistance rating; where reasonably practicable, in a fresh air circuit; (ii) at least 100 metres away from a fuel station, explosive storage area or other fire hazard; and (iii) accurately on a map of the surface; an adequate supply of door sealant to stop air from entering the refuge station;

located lights;

designed to accommodate the number of workers who may reasonably be expected to use the refuge station; appropriate first aid supplies;

clearly marked; sanitation facilities;

readily accessible; suitable fire-fighting equipment;

properly maintained and the area around the entrance is kept free of combustible material; and an effective means of communication with the surface;

suitably located underground to allow access within 15 minutes by walking from the work area or within 300 metres of the work area. sufficient seating;

An employer shall ensure that an underground refuge station is equipped with the following:

blankets and a stretcher;

a copy of the procedures for fire fighting underground and a plan showing the ventilation system and routes to the escape exits, both of which are to be posted;

where required, a source of heat to maintain a minimum temperature of 10 ° C in the refuge station; and

an air supply independent of the mine air system and designed to provide a supply of air for as many persons as the refuge station is designed to shelter or an equivalent closed circuit system.