# The Escape and Rescue from Mines Regulations 1995, Regulation 23: Role of rescue officer


Every rescue officer or other person in charge of operations involving rescue team members wearing breathing apparatus shall work to secure the safety of rescue team members and to ensure that the operations are carried out with due regard to the safety of the rescue team members.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1995/2870/regulation/23 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/escape-and-rescue-from-mines-regulations-1995/regulation-23
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