Underground escape: Every shift, every day.
—Underground mining is one of the most demanding and hazardous working environments. Fires, gas releases, equipment failures, or tunnel collapses can put lives at risk within seconds. In these critical moments, miners need safety solutions that are reliable, intuitive, and always ready to use.
With decades of mining experience, Dräger delivers a comprehensive system of escape readiness solutions — from self-rescuers and gas detection systems to refuge chambers. These solutions are designed to integrate seamlessly into daily workflows, giving miners confidence that protection is in place for every shift.
Discover how Dräger protects every shift — watch the video now.
Underground escape solutions for mining emergencies
—Every mine faces unique challenges but one commitment is universal: keeping people safe, every shift, every day. That means being ready not only for emergencies, but for the everyday risks that can escalate in seconds.
At Dräger, we provide end-to-end escape solutions that integrates seamlessly into underground operations:
Identify hazards early with reliable mobile and fixed gas detection systems.
Dräger Pac 8500
Stay protected with a precise single-gas detector featuring Bluetooth® for real-time data transmission.
Dräger X-am 5800
Monitor up to six gases with a robust multi-gas detector equipped with a shock-resistant CatEx sensor.
Dräger X-am 8000
A versatile multi-gas detector that measures up to 7 gases simultaneously in pump or diffusion mode.
Visualise the full escape chain
See how detection, self-rescue, and refuge chambers integrate to protect miners underground.
Learn more about escape readiness in mining
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FAQs about refuge chambers
Find 18 answers to common questions about refuge chambers — how they work, when to use them, and how they keep miners safe until rescue.
Escape and emergency response planning
Explore strategies for different mine types and see how escape plans must adapt to confined underground environments.
Dräger Oxy SR: How to Use
A step-by-step video showing how to don and use Dräger self-rescuers in an emergency.
Dräger Mine Refuge Chamber Solutions
Video overview of Dräger’s escape and rescue concepts, including real-world applications in underground mining.
Training: The foundation of escape readiness in mining
—The best equipment is only effective when people know how to use it under pressure. That’s why training is a critical part of every underground emergency escape plan.
At Dräger, we provide practical, product-specific training that prepares miners for real-life underground scenarios. From gas detection systems to breathing apparatus and self-rescuers, our courses combine theory with hands-on practice, giving miners the skills and confidence to act decisively in an emergency.
Can you escape underground? Play the Mini Game
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Step into the shoes of an underground miner and test your escape skills.
- Collect all Oxys (self-rescuers) and air bubbles to stay alive.
- Avoid toxic gases and other hazards as you make your way through the tunnels.
- Unlock the refuge chamber and reach safety to win the game.
This game is a lighthearted challenge — but it gives a glimpse of the real pressure miners face underground, where every second counts. Start playing now and discover the importance of having reliable escape equipment and training to ensure zero downtime and safe operations.
Get in touch with Dräger
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