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Safety for underground infrastructure

Safety concepts for fire and explosion protection, emergency services and occupational health and safety

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The planning and construction of underground infrastructure place the highest demands on safety, regulatory compliance and operational reliability.

Comprehensive preliminary investigations and integrated safety concepts are essential for tunnels used in local public transport, utility and waste management facilities, and mining structures.

DMT supports clients with analyses and bespoke safety solutions throughout the entire project lifecycle. Our concepts lay the foundation for legally compliant planning, successful approval and the safe operation of underground facilities.

Why safety concepts are crucial for underground infrastructure

Underground structures present specific risks due to limited escape routes, complex operational procedures and particular environmental conditions. Safety concepts serve to

  • To identify and assess risks at an early stage,
  • to provide efficient support for approval processes,
  • to ensure that construction and operational processes are safe,
  • To protect staff, users and property,
  • and to ensure the long-term safe operation of the infrastructure.

An overview of our services

Our interdisciplinary teams combine many years’ experience in engineering with the latest requirements in terms of safety, efficiency and regulatory compliance. We ensure the highest safety standards both throughout the construction phase and during subsequent ongoing operations.

We carry out comprehensive analyses and risk assessments, thereby laying the foundations for robust project planning and the precise tendering of construction works.

We provide expert guidance throughout the approval process and assist with the authorisation of innovative working methods, technical concepts and planning approaches.

Fire and Explosion
Protection We develop comprehensive strategies for fire prevention, fire detection and the mitigation of the consequences of fires and explosions. In doing so, we take into account preventive, organisational and technical protective measures.

Rescue
Services We draw up escape, rescue and evacuation plans for both the construction and operational phases. The aim is to ensure the rapid and safe rescue of people, even under complex underground conditions.

Occupational
Health and Safety Our experts provide support with risk assessments, the safe design of work processes and the coordination of safety-related measures to safeguard the health and safety of all those involved.

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The benefits of working with DMT

  • Practical solutions for fire and explosion protection 
  • Comprehensive support from the preliminary assessment right through to operation
  • Interdisciplinary expertise within the TÜV NORD GROUP

What you need to know

Frequently Asked Questions on Fire Safety in Underground Facilities

Before structures such as public transport tunnels, supply and disposal pipelines or mining facilities can be constructed, extensive preliminary investigations and the preparation of detailed safety plans are absolutely essential.

The results of the surveys serve two main purposes:

  • Precise tendering: They form the basis for the detailed costing and description of all construction works.
  • Approval procedures: They are necessary to obtain approval from the relevant authorities for the planned working methods and design concepts.

DMT develops specialised concepts for various critical areas:

  • Fire safety: measures to prevent and combat fires.
  • Explosion protection: Safety measures against hazardous gases or dusts.
  • Emergency response: Planning of evacuation and rescue procedures.
  • Health and safety: General safety in the workplace and appropriate working procedures underground.

The designs are based on a holistic approach. They ensure the safety of staff both during the construction phase and during the subsequent operational phase of the plant.

You can find an overview of our other services relating to fire and explosion protection here

Fire and Explosion Protection