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

Annexures

Annexure 1 : Guidance Note for Lamproom Practice

6. Allocation of Equipment in Compliance with SABS Specifications
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6.1. Gas detection instrumentation

 

6.1.1. Flammable gas

Every designated person who is required to conduct tests or monitor for flammable gas is to be allocated a personal flammable gas measuring instrument or a personal flammable gas warning device as the case may be.

6.1.2. Carbon monoxide

Every designated person who is required to monitor carbon monoxide is to be allocated a personal carbon monoxide warning device.

6.1.3. Sensor for oxygen deficiency (please suggest a description for other gases).

 

6.2. Self-contained self-rescuers

 

Every person who is required to be equipped with a self-contained self-rescuer under Regulation 16 of the MHSA Act No. 29 of 1996 shall be allocated such for their sole use.