noun
- a member of a rescue team trained to enter mines or other hazardous environments to rescue trapped workers or recover bodies
Usage: mining industry term; also spelled 'dräger man' or 'drager man'; from German 'Dräger' (breathing apparatus brand) + 'man'
Examples
- The draegerman team was called to the coal mine after the explosion.
- Draegermen undergo extensive training in breathing apparatus and emergency procedures.
- Several draegermen descended into the shaft to search for survivors.
- The draegerman wore protective gear and carried oxygen tanks.
- Draegermen are essential personnel in mining operations worldwide.