Barrick Gold Training Fatalities On October 17, 2002, a 49-year-old mine rescue team trainer with 26 years mining experience and a 38-year-old co-trainer with 2 years mining experience were fatally injured at an abandoned underground gold mine. Both were participating under oxygen in an exercise to evaluate conditions in this mine. As the team was walking up the steep decline to return to the surface, the victims experienced breathing difficulties and collapsed. The first victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The second victim was transported to a medical facility where he succumbed to his
injuries on October 23, 2002. More ...
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Neutronics/Biomarine Position Statement Position statement issued by Neutronics/Biomarine following the fatal accident (above) at the Barrick Goldstrike Storm Decline on October 17, 2002.
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BioPak 240R Facepiece Donning Checklist This document, provided for trained 240R users, goes through the steps to successfully donning the apparatus facepiece.
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NIOSH Approvals - BioPak 240R NIOSH approval numbers for component assemblies of the BioPak 240R self-contained breathing apparatus.
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BioPak 240R Revolution Full color brochure from Biomarine on the BioPak 240R self-contained breathing apparatus.
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How to Successfully Wash, Disinfect and Dry Your BioPak 240 Revolution As part of turn-around maintenance the BioPak 240R must be thoroughly washed, disinfected, rinsed and dried. IT IS THE FIRST STEP of the process and must be done as soon as possible after each use. Undue delay or failure to wash/disinfect, rinse and dry the BioPak 240R can lead to mold/mildew growth inside the apparatus.
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BioPak 240R Literature Text and photos about the BioPak 240R highlight this document from the manufacturer.
Performance Comparison of Rescue Breathing Apparatus NIOSH RI 9650 - A performance comparison of 14 rescue breathing apparatus was undertaken as an assessment of past and present worldwide technology. Rescue breathing apparatus are self-contained, closed-circuit breathing apparatus used for entry into areas having atmospheres that are immediately dangerous to life and health.
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BioPak 240R Turn-Around Maintenance It is imperative that prior to using the BioPak 240R all bench tests must have been performed and documented on the Turn-Around Maintenance tag which is attached to the BioPak 240R. Also, before using the BioPak 240R a fully charged oxygen cylinder, two fully frozen ice canisters and a recharge of carbon dioxide absorbent must be installed.
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BioPak 240R User Instructions This manual is for use by personnel trained in the use and care of compressed oxygen, closed-circuit breathing apparatus, and MUST NOT be used as a self-teaching guide by untrained users. Failure to understand or adhere to the BioPak user instructions and BioPak benchman manual may result in injury or death.
BioPak 240R User Overview This PDF presentation for trained users of the BioPak 240R provides detailed information about the construction of the breathing apparatus and the function of its parts and assemblies.
DOT Permit - Carleton composite cylinder This special permit authorizes the manufacture, mark, sale, and use of non-DOT specification fully wrapped carbon-fiber reinforced aluminum lined cylinders for the transportation in commerce of the materials authorized by this special permit.
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BioPak 240R Literature - Spanish Spanish version: Text and photos about the BioPak 240R highlight this document from the manufacturer.
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