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

Regulations

Guideline for a Mandatory Code of Practice

Trackless Mobile Machines

Part C: Format and Content of the Code of Practice

8. Aspects to be addressed in the Mandatory COP

8.2 Braking systems

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8.2.1In order to ensure that the braking systems of trackless mobile machines are appropriate for the specific circumstances at the mine, the COP must describe, per type and model of trackless mobile machine, the types, design, methods of application and combinations of braking systems installed. The following braking systems must be installed if the manner, in which the trackless mobile machine is operated, requires the use of such a system for safe operation:
Service brake,
Park brake.
Emergency brake or
A combination of the above.

 

8.2.2Testing of braking systems

 

The COP must describe the procedures for testing of braking systems to ensure functionality in terms of brake design specifications, including the following:

(a)Static testing of braking systems;
(b)Where appropriate, dynamic type or other tests;
(c)Recording and safe keeping of test results, for a period to be specified in the COP.