Executive Summary

Contents

Summary Prelude to the Tragedy: History, Development, and Operation The Explosion: An Analysis of Underground Conditions The Regulators: Departmental and Ministerial Responsibility The Aftermath: Rescue Efforts and the Inquiry In Conclusion Consolidated Findings Consolidated Recommendations

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Published on the authority of the Lieutenant Governor in Council by the Westray Mine Public Inquiry. © Province of Nova Scotia 1997 Permission is hereby given by the copyright holder for any person to reproduce this report or any part thereof. ISBN 0-88871-468-8 Queries or comments to: Jennifer MacIsaac E-mail: macisaja@gov.ns.ca Last updated December 1, 1997