BS EN 14983:2007 - Page 2

Firedamp drainage is a technical process for selected gas removal, the purpose of which is to reduce the risks presented by inflammable gas and air mixtures. Firedamp drainage is therefore a measure for preventive explosion protection.

BS EN 14983:2007 specifies the requirements for equipment and protective systems for firedamp drainage at mines. It also contains requirements for the construction and monitoring of this equipment and protective systems.

BS EN 14983 does not apply to firedamp utilization systems beyond the utilization shut-off device.