Description
The Self Rescue breather would be carried on a miner's belt to protect the miner in case of dangerous underground gases, such as carbon monoxide, by providing breathable air for a period of time. The breather is inside the blue fiberglass pack held in a metal holster. A rubber strap keeps the kit together. Text on the yellow label reads "PERMISSIBLE RESPIRATOR /FOR SELF RESCUE / MSA / APPROVAL NO. BM-1447 / APPROVAL LABEL INSIDE COVER".
Item Details
- Materials: fiberglass (composite material), metal, rubber
- Archival Reference: 981.179.001
- Manufacturer: Mine Safety Appliances Company
- Donor: Robertson, Tommy
- Donated: 1981/08/07
- Size: 12 x 16 x 10 cm