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

Regulations

Guideline for a Mandatory Code of Practice

Right to Refuse Dangerous Work and Leave Dangerous Working Places

Part C : Format and Content of the Mandatory Code of Practice

5. General information

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General relevant information relating to the mine must be stated in this paragraph. The following minimum information must be provided:

 

5.1 A brief description of the mine and its location;

 

5.2The commodities produced;

 

5.3The mining methods or combination of methods used at the mine must be listed and their particular risks associated with these methods;

 

5.4The unique features of the mine that have a bearing on this COP must be set out and cross-referenced to the risk assessment conducted; and

 

5.5Other relevant COPs.