The field exercises were witnessed by President William H. Taft
who presented Red Cross medals and first aid awards to rescue team
captains. Teams of miners trained in first aid and rescue work from
every coal-mining state took part in this mine rescue
demonstration.
Working safe today.
Rosebud Mining currently has four mine rescue teams which supply
coverage to all our underground coal mines. These dedicated teams
of Rosebud miners are prepared to save others. Most mine rescue
teams are composed of miners who know the particular mine, and are
familiar with the various sorts of mine machinery, the layout of
workings and geological conditions and working practices that they
may encounter during the rescue. Rosebud's mine rescue team members
are provided with the latest personal protective equipment, are
well trained, physically fit, and fully understand the hazards that
may await them during rescue, exploration and recovery
operations.
Routinely, our rescue teams receive hands-on training in
simulated mine environments with placards to identify objects and
hazards. Rosebud's mine rescue teams participate in such contests
still conducted on a regular basis to sharpen skills and test the
knowledge of miners who may one day be called upon to respond to a
real mine emergency. These contests require teams of six members
each to solve a hypothetical mine rescue exercise while being timed
and observed by judges according to precise rules. The simulated
mine emergencies involve trapped miners who have to be found and
rescued. Teams are rated on adherence to safety procedures and how
quickly they execute their task.
We greatly appreciate the efforts and courage of our employees
who volunteer to participate in being a member of the Rosebud Mine
Rescue Team.