Longevity of Chamber and Contents (33%) Since the refuge chambers are new to the mining industry, mine

operators are concerned with the longevity or life span of the chamber and its contents such as air cylinder, gaskets, seals, batteries, food and water supplies etc. the longevity of these items has yet to be established or determined. Communications (29%) Communication is critical for efficient and effective escape and rescue operations. Some mine operators have been utilizing communication systems with current technologies, but most are waiting for existing technologies to improve, in other words the current communication system is not sufficient to eliminate this weak side of refuge chamber. Wired/cable system of communication line-drop Wireless and signal dependent Secondary Explosions (24%) It is not uncommon for an explosion to occur after an initial explosion or during the course of a mine fire. Mine operators utilizing refuge chamber are concerned that the chamber will not provide enough protection against a second explosion; the chamber may get thrown or flipped over because of the violent force of an explosion Extra Manpower to Move and Maintain (19%) Activities such as relocating, preparing and reinforcing the new location, updating the mine maps, inspecting, and maintaining the refuge chamber, create a greater demand on the part of the mine operators for more time and manpower.