Information - Surveying underground is hazardous

[dsearb]

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Working underground can be fatal
Gases in confined spaces may be toxic or have insufficient oxygen
Water levels may suddenly increase or cause people to be swept downstream
Example of risk identification easily found on the internet:

https://www.spenergynetworks.co.uk/userfiles/file/OPSAF-10-036.pdf

 

[chills]

Thanks for the info however I think most of us who go underground are fully aware of the risk and conditions. A PDF document on the other hand, despite the interesting points, I feel will not protect many if they don’t themselves consider the risk and take the correct precautions.

 

[pirate]

Thanks but I should imagine if i read and complied to that pdf I would never go underground.

 

[Lord Oort]

Yes, we are aware...

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