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Telephone girls learn to carry on as usual in gas masks. Telephone girls are being
Telephone girls learn to carry on as usual in gas masks.
Telephone girls are being trained to use special gas masks say that they can remain at their posts in an emergency, even if their switch room is full of gas.
The masks are fitted with microphones and earphones so that operators can hear and speak to callers. Yet the masks remain gas proof.
Operators are drilled until they can don their mask in less than 10 seconds. Girls who have been through gas chambers declare they could work in the masks without discomfort.
Photo shows, girl telephone operators, their gas masks at the Inland Trunk Exchange, Faraday Building. The picture shows the masks a phone attachment.
3 August 1938
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This photograph captures a moment in history when telephone girls were being trained to carry on their duties even in the face of danger. In an era between the wars, these brave operators at the Inland Trunk Exchange, Faraday Building donned gas masks as part of their emergency preparedness training. Equipped with special gas masks that remained both functional and gas-proof, these dedicated women could continue serving callers even if their switch room was filled with toxic fumes. The masks were ingeniously designed with microphones and earphones, enabling seamless communication between operators and callers. The commitment of these telephone girls is evident as they are seen here confidently wearing their gas masks like a necessary accessory for work. Through rigorous drills, they honed their skills to swiftly put on the mask within 10 seconds - a testament to their unwavering dedication. Interestingly, some of these courageous women had already experienced working in actual gas chambers without discomfort. Their resilience shines through as they adapt fearlessly to any situation that may arise. This remarkable snapshot from August 3rd, 1938 serves as a powerful reminder of the strength and determination exhibited by individuals during challenging times. It stands as a tribute to those who selflessly continued providing vital services amidst uncertainty and adversity.
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