CMSP CMSP Emergency Response & Mine Rescue 1

Question 1

Under MSHA regulations (30 CFR Part 49), what is the minimum number of members required per mine rescue team?

Accepted Answer

5

Answer

3

Answer

8

Answer

10

Question 2

The MINER Act of 2006 requires underground coal mine operators to review and update Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) at minimum how often?

Accepted Answer

Every 6 months

Answer

Annually

Answer

Every 2 years

Answer

Every 3 years

Question 3

Which type of self-contained self-rescuer (SCSR) generates breathable oxygen through a chemical reaction with exhaled carbon dioxide?

Accepted Answer

Chemical oxygen SCSR

Answer

Compressed-air SCSR

Answer

Compressed oxygen SCSR

Answer

Nitrogen purge SCSR

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of 'refuge alternatives' required by the MINER Act in underground coal mines?

Accepted Answer

To shelter miners who cannot evacuate during an emergency

Answer

To provide additional escape routes to the surface

Answer

To store mine rescue equipment

Answer

To house ventilation controls

Question 5

Under 30 CFR Part 49, how often must mine rescue teams participate in practice rescue competitions or drills?

Accepted Answer

Semiannually

Answer

Monthly

Answer

Quarterly

Answer

Annually

Question 6

Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) used by mine rescue teams must be approved by which agency under 42 CFR Part 84?

Accepted Answer

NIOSH

Answer

OSHA

Answer

MSHA

Answer

EPA