When Being Relaxed and on the Alert Become One

Even though it is underground, at first glance, Roy's office looks like it is in a building. The lights are bright, there is a workspace with tables and equipment and there is a meeting room.

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Leroy Manogar (41), one of the engineers working at PT Freeport Indonesia's underground mine, Tembagapura, Mimika Regency, Papau, Wednesday (1/6/2022).

Underground mine workers face the risk of earthquakes, bursts of toxic gas, and other dangers. Adherence to safety protocols and communication with ground personnel is key.