Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996)

Notices

Guideline for the Compilation of a Mandatory Code of Practice for the Prevention of Flammable Gas and Coal Dust Explosions in Collieries

Part C : Format and Content of the COP

3. Status of the COP
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Under this heading the COP must contain statements to the effect that:

 

3.1. The mandatory COP was drawn up in accordance with guideline DMR 16/3/2/4-A7 (cross referenced to DMR 16/3/2/4-A5 and DME 16/3/2/1-A1) issued by the CIOM;

 

3.2. This is a mandatory COP in terms of sections 9(2) and (3) of the MHSA;

 

3.3. The COP may be used in an accident investigation/inquiry to ascertain compliance and to establish whether the COP is effective and fit for purpose;

 

3.4. The COP supersedes all previous relevant COPs; and

 

3.5. All managerial instructions, recommended procedures (voluntary COPs) and standards on the relevant topics must comply with the COP and must be reviewed at least every five years to ensure compliance.