The present research project seeks to
determine optimal use of virtual reality (VR) technologies for
training and assessing mine emergency responders using the Mine
Rescue and Escape Training Laboratory (MRET Lab). Responders
include specially trained individuals, such as mine rescue or fire
brigade team members, and also managers and miners who may either
be called upon to respond to an emergency situation or engage in
self-protective actions in response to an emergency. This project
is a step toward determining how new immersive virtual reality
technologies should be used for miner training and testing in the
US. The project objective will be achieved through specific aims in
two related areas as illustrated below. Training assessment
1.Evaluate four training modules 2.Evaluate participant reactions
3.Develop guidelines Training development 4.Use 3D technologies to
develop a prototype for a mine rescue closed-circuit breathing
apparatus (e.g., Dr?ger BG4).
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Pub.L. 109 - 236 1 Name of Law: Mine Improvement and New
Emergency Response Act of 2006 (Miner Act)
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