The Mining (Safety and Health) Regulations, Legal Notice no. 345 of 1977

2. In these Regulations, unless the context odterwise requires- "acccptable" means accepta:bleto the CommissiOGCr of Mines: ..air receiver" means- (a) any vessel (other than a pipe or coil, or an acccsoory, fitting or part of a compressor) for containing compressed air and connectedwith an air oompressinaplant; or (b) any fixed vessel for containing compressed air or com- pressed exhaust gases andused for the purposeof starting an internal combustion engine: or (c) any fixed or portable vessel (not beiog part of a spraying pistol) used for the purpose of spraying by means of compressed air. any paint. varnish, lacquer or similar material; or (d) any vessel in which tt-oy material is stored and from which it is forced by compm;scd air; "approved" means tested and accepted for a specific pa:pose by a nationaUy recogni7.edagency; or approved by the Commis- sioner of Mine.s; "authori7.ed person" means a person approved or assiped. by management to perform a specific type of duty or duties or to be at p specific location or locations in the mine or plant, fTbe iDcluslcm o! 1h11pap bi Mllhodad 1)¥ L.N. 71/1979J 46 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 "barricaded" means obstructed to prevent the passage of persons. vehicles, or flying materials; "berm" means a pile or mound of material capable of restraining a vehicle; "blasting agent" means any material consisting of a mixture of a fuel and oxidizer which- (a) is used or intended for use in blasting; (b) is not classed as an explosive by the Gunpowder and Explosives Act; (c) contains no ingredient classed as an explosive by the Gun~ powder and Explosives Act; and (d) cannot be detonated by a No. 8 blasting cap; "blasting area" means the area near blasting operations in which concussion or flying material can teasonably be expected to cause injury; "blasting cap" means a detonator containing a charge of detonating compound, which is ignited by electric current, or the spark of a fuse, used for detonating explosives; "blas,tingcircuit" means electric circuits used to fire electric deton- ators or to ignite an igniter cord by means of an electric starter; "blasting switch" means a switch used to connect a power source to a blasting circ{lit; "boiler" means any closed fired vessel in which for any purpose steam is generated under pressure greater than atmospheric pressure and .includes any eoonomizer and any superheater associated with the boiler; "booster'' means a package or cartridge of explosives which is designed specificallyto transmit detonation to other explosives and which does not contain a detonator; "capped fuse" means a length of safety fuse to which a detona-tor has been attached; "chain, rope and lifting tackle" means such gear wed for the purpose of raising or lowering persons. goods or materials; "combustible" means capable of being ignited and consumed by fire; "company official" means a member of the company's supervisory staff; (The inclusion of 1h11 p,iae is pmho,lzed by L.N. 71/1979) THE MINJN<J (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATJONS, 1977 47 "competent person" means a person having skill and experience that fu-lly qualify him to perform the duty to which he is a-ssigned; "cone of protection" means a 45° cone .centred about a lishtnins: arrester with the apex of the cone at the tip of the arrestet; "detonating cord" or "detonating fuse" means a flexible cord containing a core of high explosive; "detonator" means a device containing a small detonating charge that is wed for detonating an explosive, including, but not limited to blasting caps, electric detonators, and delay electric blasting caps; "discharged" with respect to fire extinguishers means after any discharge has been made from the extinguisher by operation or leakage; "distribution box" means an apparatus with an electric enclosure through which an electric circuit is carried to one or more cables from a single incoming feed line; each cable circuit being connected through individual overcurrent protective devices; "electric blasting cap" means a blasting cap designed for and capable of being initiated by means of an electric current: "employee" means a person who works for wages or salary in the service of an employer: "employer'' means a person or organization induding contractors which hires one or more persons to work for wages or salary; "explosives" means any chemical compound, mixture, or device, the primary or common purpose of which is to function by explosion, and explosives include, bu<tare not limited to black powder, dynamite, nitroglycerine,fulminate, ammonium.nitrate when mixed with a hydrocarbon, and other blasting agents; "face or bank" means that part of any mine where excavating is progressing or was last done: "flash point" means the minimum temperature at which sufficient vapour is released by a liquid or solid to form an inflammable vapour-air mixture at abnospheric pressure; "free fall" means the vertical distance from the unguarded edge of a raised floor platform or structure over which a person can fall; !Tho inclusion of lbls pqe i> au1hori>ed by L.N. 71/ 19191 48 THE MINING -(SA'FETY .AN'lJ HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 ''hoist or lift" ·means a lifting machine or appliance with a plat- !fonn or cage, the direction of movement of which is restricted by a guide or guides; "inflammable" means capable of being easily ignited ancl of burn- ing rapidly; "lay" means the distance parallel to the axis of the rope in which a strand makes one complete tum about the axis of the rope: "lifting machine" mean'Sa crane, crab, winch. teagle, gin wheel, transporter or runway; "lifting tackle" meaDs chain slings, rope slings, rings, hooks, shackles, swivels, and pulley blocks; "major electrical installati9n" means an assemblage of stationary electrical equipment for the generation, transmission, distribu- tion, or conversion of electrical power; "man trip" means a trip on which men are transported to and from a work area: "maximum permissible working pressure" means, in the case of a new press\lfe vessel, that specified by the manufacturer of the pressure vessel or by a pressure vessel inspecting company or association, and in the ca:seof an existing pressure vessel, tlhat specified in &e report of the last examination under these Regulations; "misfire" means the complete or partial failure of a blasting charge to explode as planned; "operating zone" means the total area traversed or likely to be traversed by heavy equipment during mining, stockpiling, dumping, cleaning, earthmoving, grading or similar operations; "plant" includes al] facilities \lsed in the exploration, extraction, winning, processing and transportation of minerals; "prime mover" means every engine. motor or other appliance which provides mechanical energy derived from steam, water, wind, electricity, the combustion of fuel or other sou.roes; "primer" means a package or cartridge of explosives which is specificallydesigned to transmit detonation to other explosives and which contains a detonator; "radiation" includes Alpha Rays. Beta Rays. Gamma Rays, X- Rays Neutrons, High-speed Electrons, High-speed Protons and other atomic particles; ITbe irl(:lu,ion of thil paa:e .b authoritcd by L.N. 71/1979] THE MINING (SAFETY A.ND HBA.LTH) REGULATIONS, 1~1 49 "reverse-current protection" means a method or device used on direct-current circuits or eqpipment to prevent the flow of cul'l'Cntin a reverse direction; "roll protection" means a framework, safety canopy or similar protection for the operator when equipment overturns; "safety can" means an approved container, of not over S gallons capacity, having a spring-closing lid and spout cover; "safety fuse" means a train of powder enclosed in cotton, jut.e yarn, and waterproofingcompounds. which burns at a uniform rate; used for firing a cap containing the detonating com- pound which in turn sets off the explosive charge; "safety switch" means a sectionalizing switch that a1so provides shunt protection in blasting circuits between the blasting switch and the s'hot area; "scaling" means removal of insecwe material from a face or bighwall; "secondary safety connection" means a second connection between a conveyance and rope, intended to prevent the conveyance from running away or falling in the event the primary connec- tion fails; "shaft" nieans a vertical or inclined shaft, a winze, underground slope or incline; "static load safety factor" means a safety factor obtained when dead or non-moving test weights are used; "steam container" means any vessel (other than a steam pipe or coil) constructed with a permanent outlet into the atmosphere or into a space where the pressure does not exceed atmos· pheric pressure, and through which steam is passed at atmos- pheric pressure or at approximately that pressure for the pµrpof',e of heating, boiling, dcying, evaporating or other simHar purposes; "steam receiver" means any vessel or apparatus (other than a steam boiler, steam container. a steam pipe or coil, or a part of a prime mover) used for containing steam under pressure greater than atmospheric pressure; "stray current" means that portion of a total electric current that flows through paths other than the intended circuit; "s11bstantial construction" means construction of such strength, material, and workmanship that the object will withstand all ITbe inelusioo of tlilil page 11 amhorlzed by L.N. 71{19751) so THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 reasonable shock, wear. and usage to which it will be sub- jected; "suitable" means that which fits, and has the qualities or qualifica- tions to meet a given purpo11e,occasion, condition. fi.:nction, or circumstance; "transmission machinery" means every shaft, wheel, drum., pulley, system of fast and loose pulleys. coupling, clutch, driving belt or other device by which the motion of a prime mover is transmitted to or received by any machine or appliance; "travelway" means a passage, walk or way regularly used and designated for persons to go from one place to another; "trip light'' means a light displayed on the opposite end of a train from the locomOtiveor engine; "underground working" includes underground mines, shafts. tunnels, and drifts; "vacuum vessel" means a closed pressure vessel operated at a pressure lower than atmospheric pressure; "water" as a content of press\ll1'e,.-esselsincludes water, liquors and aqueous mixtures; ..working place" rr:eans any place where work is being performed. PART II. General Provisions

3. The employer shall- (a) take all reasonable steps to ensme that the provisions of these Regulations are carried out; (b) establish a continuing safety programme in which all employees shall participate fully; (c) for the purpose of making known the provisions of these Regulations to all emi::loycesin and about the mine and plant, the employer shall cause copies of the Regulations to be circulated, and kept posted in conspicuo1,1splaces at or ( near the mine or plant where they may be conveniently read by the persons employed; (d) circulate or post, for employee information, company safety regulations and job safety procedures. 4.--(1) New employees shall be instructed in safety rules and safe work procedures. (The incltuion of this page ii authorized by L.N. 11/1'19) " THE MINING (SAFETY A.ND HEALTH) REGULA.TIONS, 19'71 (2) Inexperienced employees shalt be assigned to wort with experiencedpersonnel until such employees have acquired the necessary skills to perform their duties safely. (3) No employee shall be assigned or required to work alone in any particularly hazardous area, or at any particularly harzardous task. unless he can be heard, can be seen. or can communicate with others who might be of assistance to him. (4) A competent person shall at all times be in charge of employees at work. !.-{1) The employer shall appoint. by instrument in writing such number of competent persons as may be necessary- (a) to ensure a thorough supervision of all operations in or about the mine or plsn-t; (b) to be safety officials to ensure the proper administ:ation of the company's safety programme. (2) No safety official shall have production responsi.bililies. (3) Competen,t persons aPPQinted under this regulation shall at an times be conversant with the conditions of all work areas, machin,ry. materials and equipmerit and with accepted work practices through continuous surveys, inspections and monitorings. 6.--(1) Every employee shall, before commencing wrk and ~ the course of it, make a careful examination of his working place, and if he notices anythins that appears unsafe or likely to cause danpr. he shall if practicable, remedy the matter if it is within the scope of his duties, and if not, shall immediately report 1he matter to bia 1upervii0r or other responsible official. (2) Every employee who DOtel IDY ddoot, cooditioo, p,9Clb or thing that may render the operation or job be ia engaged on, or about to do unsafe, shall report the matter to bis supervisor or other responsible official immediatcily,and shall not proceed with the opera.. tion until tho matter has been examined.

7.-(1) The employer -shall give attention to. and cause to be cue. fully investigated, any representations or c:omplaintsthat aiay be muM to him concerning any matter affecting1he safety or health ofemployees at work. lndulltonof tb1' l,l8it! b ~ ~ L.N. 'B/19") [1'111, THE MINING (SAFET_Y AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 (2) Whenever the employer finds any condition, practice, or thing, Wl!ich constitutes an imminent danger to the health or safety of any person, the employer shall cause all employees to be withdrawn from exposure thereto, until the danger is removed or reduced to reason· a:ble limits and shall j,ermit only necessary employees to enter the area concerned. to remedy or control such condition, practice or thing.

8. Whenever an employee sllffers an injury arising out of and during the course of employment- (a) the employee shall report the occurrence immediately or as early as possible to his supervisor irrespective of the serious- ·•·:-neSs--Of "theinjury; (b) the employer shall cause first aid and other medical treatment as necessary to be administered to the injured person without delay.

9. No employee or official shall-- (a) wilfully destroy. or misuse any means, appliances or other thing provided in p11rsuanceof these Regulations for securing the health or safety of the persons employed; or (b) wi1fully by his acts or omissions do anything to endanger himself or any other person.

10. No person below the age of seventeen years shall be employed -in:·o·rabout a mine or plant and persons below this age shall not be .'aflOV>'.~ to enter such premises except with the employer's consent • • ,11..-(1) Serious accidents which result in death or dismemberment ·or3iiy persOn shall be immediately reported to the Commissioner by the fastest possible means of communication, and in respect of each injured person, a written report shall be made out in ,the Form 1 Siilh ·of the Sixth Schedule and forwarded to the· Commissioner with the Sehed11le. least possible delay. Form l. (2) All accidents which result in injury to any employee so as to occasion at least one day's disability shall be reported, in respect of each person injured, in the Form 1 of the Sixth Schedule, to the ·Coinmissioner with the least possible delay. Fonn2. (3) A monlhly accident return shall be made out in 1he Fonu 2 of the Sixth Schedule at the end of each month and shall be for- {Ibe incl11tionof thj, pase l'I aq1borlzed by L,N, 73./19991 TRE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1971 S3 warded to the Commissioner within three weeks following the report month. 12.--(1) Equipment that is to be used during a shift shall be inspected before each shift. Equipment defects affecting safety shall be reported to a competent person. (2) Equipment defects affecting safety sha11be corrected before the equipment is used. (3) Unsafe equipment or machinery shall be removed from service immediately. (4) Tools and equipment shall be used only for the purpose and within the capacity for which they were intended and designed. (5) Powered mobile equipment shall be provided with adequate brakes. (6) Machinery shall not be lubricated while in motion where a hazard exists, unless eq\Mppedwith extended fittings or cups. PARTIII. Explosives 13.--{l) Detonators and explosives shall be stored in licensed maga- zines. (2) Detonators shall not be stored in the same magazine with explosives. (3) Ammonium nitrate-fuel oil blasting agents when mixed shall be stored. as explosives, provided that such blasting agents shall not be stored in the same compartment with other explosives, safety fuse or detonating cord. (4) Safety fuse or detonating cord may be stored with explosives in the same magazine.

14. Areas surrounding magazines or facilities for the storage of blasting agents shall be kept clear of all combustible material for a distance of not less than 8 metres (26.25 feet) in all directions. 15.--{l) Smoking and open flames shall not be permitted within 15 metres (49.21 feet) of a place where explosives or detonators are stored. (2) Fires shall not be built within 100 meters (328 feet) of an explosive magazine. (lbe iDc1gk,n of this .,_ b •uthorized by L.N, 71/ 1979) 54 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGVDATIONS, 1977 (3) Explosives, detonators, and related materials such as safety fuse and detonating cord shall be stored in a manner to assure use of oldest stocks first. lei.--( I) Cases of explosives- (a) shall not be stored on their ends or sides; (b) shall not be stacked more than six feet high; (c) shall be stacked on wooden skids and shall have m1rumwn clearances of two feet from the ceiling and three inches from floor and waHs; (d) shall not be opened inside magazines. (2) Tools \Wed for opening containers of explosives shall be of non-sparking materials.

17. Magazines shall be- (a) located in accordance with the Table of distances for storage Fifth Sdlcdulc. of explosives. as specified in the Fifth Schedule; (b) detached structures located away from powerlines, fuel storage areas, and olher possible sources of fire; (c) constructed substantially of non-combustible material or covered with fire-resistant materials; (d) reasonably bullet-resistant; (e) eleotricaJlybonded and grounded if constructed of metal; (f) made of non-sparking materials on the inside, including floors and fixtures; (g) provided with adequate and effectively screened ventHation openings near the ftoor and ceiling. These vents shall be "zed shaped" or otherwise acceptably designed to allow for en- trance of air only: (h) kept locked securely when unattended; (i) posted with suitable danger signs; (J) used exclusively for storage of explosives or detonators and kept free of all extraneous materials; f]'hc inclusion of this page is aulhorlzed t,y L.N. 71!i!l79] THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTIJ) REGULATIONS, 1977 ss (k) kept clean and dry in the interior, and in good repair; (I) located within the 4S0 ••cone of protection" of a lightning arrester.

18.-(I) Explosives shall be transported under the supervision ot the bolder of an exemption under the Gunpowder and Explosives Act. (2) Explosives and detonators shall be transported in separate vehicles unless separated by 100 mm. (3.94 inches) of hardwood or the equivalent and the total weight of explosives does not exceed 25 kilogrammes (55.12 pounds).

19. Self-propelledvehicles used to transport explosives or detonator$ shall be equipped with suitable fire extinguishers. 28.--(l) Vehicles containing explosives or detonators shall be posted with proper warning signs and red flags. (2) Vehicles containing explosives shall not be wilfully parked on public highways. When parked on a public highway in emergenc:es. suitable conspicuous warning devices shall be set up 30 metres (98.43 feet) in front and to the rear of such vehicles.

21. Vehicles containing explosives or detonators- (a) shall. when parked, have the brakes set. the motive power shut off, and shall be blocked securely against rolling; (b) shall not be taken to a repair garage or shop for any purpose; (c) shall be maintained in good condition; and (d) shall be operated at a safe speed and in accordance with all safe operating practices.

22. Vehicles used to transport explosives, other than blasting agents, shall have substantially constructed bodies, no sparking metal exposed in the cargo space, and shall be equipped with suitable sides and tail ) gates; explosives shall not be piled higher than the side or end en· closures. 23.-{1) Explosives or detonators shall be transported at times and over routes that expose a minimum number of persons. (2) Explosives or detonators in open-body vehicles shalt be covered with fire-retardant and water-repellent tarpaulins. {Jbe in,,,Juslonat this "'1llC is authorized by L.N. 71/ 1979] 56 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH') REGULATIONS, 1917 (3) Other materials or supplies shall not be placed on or in the cargo space of a conveyance containing explosives, detonating cord or detonators, except for safety fuse and except for properly secured, nonsparking equipment used expressly in the handling of such explosives,detonating cord or detonators. (4) Explosives or detonators shall not be transported on 1oco~ motives. (5) No person shall smoke while transporting or handling explosives or detonators. (6) Only the necessary attendants shall ride on or in vehicles containing explosivesor detonators. 24.---{l) Substantia1.nonconductive, closed portable magazines shall be used to carry explosives, other than blasting agents, to blasting mies. (2) Nonconductive containers with tighMitting covers shaJI be used to transport or carry detonators to blasting sites. (3) Vehicles or portable magazines containing detonators or explosives shall not be left unattended. 25.-{l) Blasting operations shall be under the direct control of authorized persons holding exemptions under the Gunpowder and Explosives Act. (2) Persons who use or handle explosives or detonators shall be experienced men who understand the hazards involved; trainees shall do such work only under the supervision of and in the immediate p1esenceof experienced men.

26. Damaged or deteriorated explosives or detonators shall be ~ troyed in a safe manner.

27.-(1) Holes to be blasted shall 00 charged as near to blasting time as practical and such holes shall be blasted as soon as possible after charging has been coin.pteted.In no case shall the time elapsing between the completion of charging to the time of blasting exceed twenty-four hours unless prior approval bas been obtained from the Commissioner of Mines. (Tt. ~ al lids p,,p i. authccbed by L.N,_'111191!1! THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 57 (2) Areas in which charged holes are awaiting firing shall be guarded, or barricaded and posted and flagged against unauthorized entry.

28. No person shall smoke within 15 meters (49.21 feet} of explo- sives or detonators.

29. Explosives shall be kept separated from detonators until charging is started.

30.-(1) Primers shall be made up at the time of charging and as close to the blasting site as conditions aJtow. (2) A primer shall be prepared so that the detonator is COD• tained securely and is completely embedded within the explosive cartridge.

31. Only wooden or other nonsparking implements shall be used to punch holes in an explosive cartridge.

32. Tamping poles shalt be blunt at the tamping end and made of wood or other nonsparking material acceptable to the Commissioner of Mines.

33. No tamping shall be done directly on a capped primer.

34. Unused explosives and detonators shall be moved to a safe location as soon as charging operations are completed.

35. Where pneumatic loading is employed, before any type of blasting operation using blasting agents is put into effect.an evaluation of the potential hazard of static electricity shall be made, Adequate steps. including the grounding and bonding of the conductive parts of pne\lmatic loading equipment, shall be taken to eliminate the hazard of static electricity before blasting agent use is commenced.

36. Pneumatic loading equipment for explosivesshall not be grounded to waterline. air lines, rails, or permanent electrical grounding systems.

37. Hoses used in connection with pneumatic loading equipment shall be of the semiconductive type. having a total resistance low enoupt to pennit the dissipation of static electricity and high cuncnts to a safe level. Wire-countered hose shall not be used because of the potential hazard from stray e1cctriccurrents. ftiieliicfusl110 <Ififili Pa&e Ii avl.borl..ed by L.N. 71/ 19~ 58 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATION$, 1971

38. Blasting lines or cables shall not be less than 100 metres (328 feet} in length. 3'.-{l) Completely wired rounds shall be tested with a blasting galvanometer before connections arc made to the exploder. (2) Tests shall be carried out with a blasting galvanometer at the end of the blasting line away from the wired round.

40. Permanent blasting lines shall be properly insulated, and kept in good repair.

41.-(1) When electric detonators are used, charging shall be stopped immediately when the presence of static electricity or stray current i~ detected; the condition shall be remedied before charging is resumed. (2) When electric detonators are used, charging shall be sus- [>:!ndedand men withdrawn to a safe location upon the approach of an electrical storm.

42. Where blasts are fired from power circuits- (a) safety switches located at safe distances from the blast areas shall be provided in addition to the main blasting switch: (b) blasting switches shall be locked in the open position except when closed to fire the blast. Lead wires shall not be connected to the blasting switch until the shot is ready to be fired; (c) electric circuits from the blasting switches to the blast area shall not be grounded-; (d) power sources shall be suitable for the number of electric detonators to be fired and for the type of circuits used; fe) if any part of a blast is connected in parallel the time of current flow shall be limited to 25 millisecondsby incorporating a control device in the blasting circuit or by interrupting the circuit with a zero-delay electric blasting cap attached to one or both lead lines.

43. The key or other control to an electrical firing device shall be entrusted only to the pel'iOn designated to fire the round or rounds. fThe lncl\lSioq of this P4!<0ls a11thodffli by L.N. 71/ 1979) THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 59

44.-(1) When safety fuse has been used, men shall not return to the blast site for at least 30 minutes. (2) When detonating cord or electric blasting caps have been used. men shall not return to the blast site for at least 5 minutes. (3) Misfires shall not be handled until 60 minutes after failure to detonate safety fuse or 30 minutes after failure to detonate electrically or with detonating cord.

45. Blast sites shall be examined for undetonated explosives after each blast and undetonated explosives found shall be disposed of safely.

46. Blasting caps shall be crimped to fuses only with implements designed for that specific purpose.

47. The burning rate of the safety fuse in use at any time shall be measured and brought to the attention of all men concerned with blasting.

48. When firing from 1 to 10 blastholes with safety fuse ignited individually using hand--heldlighters, the fuses shall be of such lengths to provide that the fuse in the last hole to fire is burning within the hole before the first bole fires.

49. No employee shaH light more than 10 individual fuses.

50. In no case shall any 40-socond-per-foot safety fU1Seless than 36 inches long or any 30-second-per-footsafety fuse less than 48 inches long be 1JSed.

51. Electric detonators of different brands shall not be used in the same round.

52. Except when being tested with a blasting galvanometer- (a) electric detonators shall be kept shunted until they arc being conneoted to the blasting line or wired into a blasting round; (b) wired rounds shall be kept shunted until they are being connected to the blasting line: (c) blasting lines shall be kept shunted until immediately before blasting. (The includon of t!Q pap is authorized by L.N. 71/ 1m1 60 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

53. Where electric blasting is to be performed, electric circuits to equipment in the immediate area to be blasted shall be de-energized before explosives are brought into the area: the power shall not be turned on again until after the shots are fired.

54. Ample warning shall be given before blasts.are fired. All persons shall be cleared and removed from the blasting area unless suitable blasting shelters are provided to protect men endangered by concussion or flyrock from blasting.

55. If explosives are suspected to be burning in a hole, all persons in the endangered area shall ,move to a safe location and no one shall return to the hole until the danger has passed, but in no case within one hour.

56. Explosives shall not be fired in such quantities as are likely to endanger life or property.

57. Records of total number of holes. depth and spacing of holes, total weight and weight of explosives per delay or shot. dates of shots and types of explosives used shall be kept for at least twelve months.

58. Explosive charges in tunnels and underground drifts shall bo initiated from a safe distance dependent on the size of the charge, but not less than 300 metres (984.25 feet) away if initiated within the same drift. 59.----(1)The drilling area shall be inspected for hazards before starting the drilling operations. (2) No drilling shall he carried opt where safety hazards exist. and in particular no drilling shall be carried out beneath bare over- head power lines.

60. Men shall not be on a mast while the drill-bit is in operation unless they are provided with a safe platform from whioh to work and they are required to use safety belts to avoid falling.

61. Drill crews and others shall stay clear of augers or drill stems that are in motion. Persons shall not pass under or step over a moving stem or auger. (The iaclllsloa of thia P&ae is a1Uhori2iedby L.N. 71/ 1979) THB MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 61

62. Receptacles or racks shall be provided for drill steel stored on drills. il When a drill is being movod from one drilling area to another, drill steel, tools and other equipment shall be secured and the mast placed in a safe position.

64. The drill helper, when used, shall be in sight of the operator at all times while the drill is being moved to a new location. '5, In the event of power failure, drill controls shall be placed in the neutral position until power is restored.

66. Before attempts are made to straighten a crossed cable on a reel, the drill stem shall be resting on the bottom of the hole or on the platform with the stem secured to the mast.

67. While in operation, drills shall be attended at all times.

68. Drill boles large enough to constitute a hazard shall be covered or guarded.

69. Employees operating or working near jackhammers or jack.leg drills and other drilling machines shall position themselves so that they will not be struck or lose their balance if the drill steel breaks or sticks.

70. Employees shall not drill from positions that binder their access to the control levers, or from insecure footing or staging, or from atop equipment not designed for this pµrpose.

71. Starter steels shall be used when collaring holes with handheld drills,

72. Employees shall not bold the diill steel while wllaring boles or rest their bands on the chuck or centralizer while drilling.

73. Air shall be turned off and bled from the hose before bandheld drills are moved from one working area to another. 74, Holes shall not be drilled where there is danger of intersecting a charged or misfired:hole and no person shall drill within two feet of any hole or remnant of a hole that has been charged and blasted. lTI» lndllSion ol LIiiaPllP b autboriz.edb1 L,N. 71/ 19791 62 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

75. No person shall drill within five feet of any bole containing explosives. PARTIV. Loading, Hauling and Dumping 76, Materials shall be stockpiled at a height and slope consistent with their natural angle of repose and the reclaiming equipment to be used.

77. Stockpile faces shall be trimmed to prevent hazards to personnel

78. Dumping locations and haulage roads shall be kept reasonably free of water, debris, and spillage.

79. Berms, bumper blocks, safety hooks. or similar means shall be provided to prevent overtravel and overturning at dumping locations.

80. Grizzlies, grates, and other sizing devices at dump and transfer points shall be anchored securely in place.

81. Where overhead clearance is restricted, warning devices shall be installed and the restricted area shall be conspicuously marked.

82. Only authorized persons shall be present in areas of loading or dumping operations.

83. Powered mobile haulage equipment shall be provided with audible warning devices. Lights shall be provided on both ends.

84. No vehicle having an obstructed view to the rear shall be backed unless it is equipped· with•an automatic, audible. back-up warning device or unless an observerois used to direct the operator in rearward movement.

85. Operators shall be certain by signal or other means, that all persons are clear before starting or moving equipment.

86. When an operator is present men shall notify him before getting on or off equipment.

87. Lights. flares, or other warning devices shall be posted when parked equipment creates a hazard to vehicular traffic.

88. Operators shall sit facing the direction of travel while operating equipment with dual controls. [Tho inclusion ol this pap t. autbotu.ed by L,N. 71/ 1!179) THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 63

89. Men shall not work or pass under the buckets or booms of loaders in operation.

00. Where truck spotters are used. they shall be well in the clear while trucks are backing into dumping position and du,;nping. Lights shaU be used at nights to direct trucks where the lighting in the area is inadequate. !Jl. Electrically p0wered mobile equipment shall not be left un- a-ttended unless ~he master switch is in the off position, all operating controls are in the neutral position. and the brakes are set or other equivalent precautions are taken against rolling.

91. Trucks. shuttle cars, and front-end loaders shall be equipped with emergency brakes separate and independent of the regular braking system.

93. A tow bar shall be used to tow heavy equipment. A safety chain shall be used in conjunction with the tow bar.

94. Any load extending more than 1.25 metres (4 ft.) beyond the rear of the vehicle body shall be marked clearly with a red ftag by day and a red light by night.

95. OperatorS' cabs shall be constructed to permit operators to see without straining and shall be reasonably comfortable.

96. Cab windows shall be of safety glass or equivalent. in good condition and shall be kept clean.

97. Ca,bs of mobile equipment shall be kept free of extraneous materials.

98. Benns or guards shaMbe provided on the outer ba:nkof elevated J'oadways.

99. HaWage equipment shall be operated under power control at all times.

100. Mobile equipment operators shall have full control of the eql.lip- ment while it is in motion. (The indl\,UOtt of this pqe is authorized by L.N. 71/19791 64 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 19n

101. Dippers, buckets. loading booms. or heavy suspended loads shall not be swung over the cabs of haulage vehicles until the drivers are out of them and in safe locations, unless the vebic1esare designed specifically to protect the drivers from falling materials of the types involved.

102. Equipment operating speeds shall be prudent and consistent with conditions of roadway, grades, clearance, visibility, traffic, and the type of equipment used.

103. Vehicles shall follow each other at a safe distance: passing should be limited to areas of adequate clearance and visibility.

104. Dust control measures shall be taken where dust significant1, reduces visibility of equipment operators.

105. Traffic rules, signals, and warning signs shall be standardized and posted.

106. Men shall not work on or from a piece of mobile equipment in a hoisted position until it bas been blocked in place securely. This does not preclude the use of equipment speci1ica11ydesigned as elevated mobile work platforms.

107. Men shall not ride,- (a) outside the cabs and beds of mobile equipment: {b) on top of loaded haulage equipment; (c) in dippers, shovel buckets, forks or in the beds of dump trucks, except where such dump trucks are provided with seating and the body Js secured against tipping.

108. Dippers, buckets, scraper blades, and similar movable parts shall be secured or lowered to the ground when not in use.

109. When travelling between work areas. the equipment shall be secured in the travel position.

110. Equipment which is to be hauled shall be loaded and protected so as to prevent sliding or spillage.

111. Repairs or maintenance shall not be performed•on machinery unless the motive poWer is off and the machinery is blocked agains1 l1'1wlnclus!on of lhit paae ii authorized t,y L.N. 7l/lffl] THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1971 65 motion, except where machinery motion is necessary to make adjust· ments.

112. Mobile equipment sba11not be left unattended unJess the brakes are set. The wheels shall be turned into a bank or rib, or shall be blocked, when parkedon a grade.

113. Cars or trucks shall be loaded in such a manner as to minimize spillage while en route to a dumping site.

114. Adequate protection shall be provided against falling materials where such hazards exist. 115, Men shall not- (a) get on or off moving equipment. except that trainmen may get on or off slowly-movingtrains; (b) ride between cars or on top of closed or loaded cars.

116. Only authorized persons shall be permitted to ride on trains or locomotivesand they shall ride in a safe position. 117, Rocker-bottom or bottom-dump cars shall be equipped with positive locking devices.

118. Chute-loading insta,Uationsshall be designed so that the men pulling chutes are not required to be in a hazardous position while loading cars.

119. Positive.acting stoplocks, derail devices, track skates, or other adequate means shall be installed wherever necessary to protect persons from runaway or moving railroad equipment.

120. Switch throws shall be installed so as to provide adequate clearance for switchmen.

121. Switchesshall be equipped with conspicuousdirection indicators.

122. Movements of two or more pieces of rail equipment operating independently on the same track shall be regulated by an efficient signal block. telephone, or radio system; movements on complex haulage systems shall be effectivelycontro1led. ~ lnclusloll of tb1' pase is 111thorized by L.N. 71/1979) 66 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

123. Parked railcars, ooless held effectively by brakes, shall be blocked securely.

124. Persons shall not go over, under, or between rail cars as a means of crossing, unless the train is stopped and the motorman has been notified, and the notice acknowledged.

125. Inability of the motorman to clearly recognize his brakeman's signals when the train is wuler the direction of the brakeman, shall be construed by the motorman as a stop signal.

126. Bumper blocks or the equivalent shall be provided at all track dead ends. tr!. Public and permanent railroad crossings shall be posted with warning signs and signals, or shall be guarded Whentrains are passing and shall be planked or otheJWisefilled between the rails.

128. Roadbeds, rails, joints, switches, frogs and other elements on railroads shall be designed, installed and maintained in a safe manner consistent with the speed and type of haulage.

119. Track guardrails, lead rails, and frogs shall be proteoted or blocked as to prevent a person's foot from becoming wedged therein. where such openings occur in a walk.waycrossing tracks. 130,-(1) Trains shall be brought to a complete stop when carrying out the manual aspects of the coupling or uncoupling of cars. (2) Persons coupling or uncoupUng cars shall be within sight of the motorman or a third person shall act as co-ordil\ating signal- man. (3) Makeshift couplings shall not be used.

131. Operators shall sound warning before starting trains, when trains approach crossings or other trains -011adjacent tracks and where vision is obscured.

132. Hand shovels with handg:rips shall not be used for cleaning, deJX)Sitingmaterials onto, or removing materials from, conveyor belts or pulleys. !The inclusion of Ibis p.o~ bi autborl<ed by L.N. 71/19791 THB Y.INING (SA.PBTY A.ND HBALTH) REGULATIONS, 1917 67

133. Drive belts shall not be shifted while in motion unless the machines are provided with mechanical shifters. 134.--{l) Belts, chains, and ropes shall not be guided onto power• driven moving pulleys, sprockets or drums with the bands except on slow moving equipment especially designed ~or hand feeding. (2) Pulleys of conveyors shall not be cleaned manual1y while the conveyor is in motion. except that idlers may so be cleaned provided that ,adequate precaution is taken to prevent accidents. (3) Belt dressing shall not ~ applied manually while belts are in motion unless an aerosol-type dressing is used.

135. When the entire length of a conveyor is visible from the starting switch, the operator shall visually check to make certain that all persons are in the clear before starting the conveyor. A positive audible or visible warning system shall be installed on. all conveyors and operated to warn persons that the conveyor will be started.

136. Crossovers shall be provided where it is necessary to cross conveyors. Moving conveyors shall be C'"· •-~~ only at designated crussover points.

137. Railed walkways shall be provided wherever persons are rega1ar- ly required to walk alongside elevated conveyor beks. Inclined railed walkways shall be non-skid or provided with cleats.

138. Unguarded conveyors with walkways or within six feet of ground or door level shall be equipped with emergency stop devices or stop cords along their full length. 1.39.Effective automatic backstops or brakes shall be installed on inclined conveyor drive tmits to prevent conveyors from running in• advertently in reverse, where a hazard to personnel would be cause..1.

140. No persor, shall be allowed to ride a power-driven chain, belt, or bucket conveyor, unless the conveyor is ·specificallydesigned for the transportation of persons.

141. All drive units on conveyors operating in series shall be electric- ally interlocked. [The ino:IUUOnof this paae js Dlltboriied by L.N. 7l}W19] 68 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 142.---(1) Carriers, including loading and unloading mechanisms shall be inspected each shift; brakes shall be inspected daily; ropes and supports shall be inspected as recommended by the manufacturer or as physical conditions warrant. (2) Records of rope maintenance and inspection shall be kept.

143. Positive-action type brakes shall be provided on aerial ropeways.

144. Track cable connections shall be designed to offer minimum obstruction to the passage of wheels.

145. Guards shall be .installedto prevent swaying buckets from hitting towers.

146. Guards, nets or other suitable protection shall be provided where ropcways pass over buildings, roadways, and walkways, where such walkways are in regular use.

147. Maintenance men shall not ride loaded buckets on ropeways. 148, Persons other than maintenance men shall not ride aerial rope- ways and where maintenance men do so the ropeway shall havo- (a) two independent brakes, each capable of holding the maximum load; (b) direct communication between terminals; (c) power drives with emergency power available in case of primary power failure; (d) buckets equipped with positive locks to prevent accidental tripping or dumping. 149, Aerial ropeway bµckets shall not be overloaded and feed shall be regulated to prevent spillage. PART V. Fire Prevention and Control

150.-(1) No person shall smoke or use an open tlame- (a) where inflammable solvents. liquids, fluids or other inflamm. able or explosive materials are stored. transported, handled or used; or ITbo lnclualon of this p- is '11thorized by L.N. 11J1979] THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 69 (b) within IS m~ (49.21 feet) of any area where smoking or the use of an open flame may cause a fire or explosion. (2) Signs wamina against smoking and open flames shall be: posted so that they may be readily seen in areas or places where fire or explosion ha7Mds exist.

151. Areas surroundina inflammable liquid storage tanks, liquefied fuel gas tanks, explosives magazines, electric substations and trans- formers shall be kept free from high grass, weeds, underbrush, and other combustible materials for at least 7 metres (22.97 feet) in all directions.

152. Liquefied petroleum gas tank locations must be: out of doors, and must not be: situated on any part of any building nor within the following minimum distances of any building or structure: Minimum Distances Water Capacity per Containers Between Container - Above-ground Undergro\lOO Above-ground Containers Less than 550 litres 3 metres None None (121.00 pllons) SS0-2,000 litres 3 metrea 3 metres I metre (121-439.99 gal.) (9.84 feet) (9.84 feet) (3.28 feet) 2.000-10,000 litres 7 metres 7 metres 1 metre (439.99-2.199.93 (22.97 feet) (22.97 feet) (3.28 feet) gal.) 10,000-150,000 litres 15 metres 15 metres 2 metres 2.199.93-32,998.96 (49.21 feet) (49.21 feet) (6.56 feet) gal.)

153.-(1) Every liquefied petroleum gas tank shall have marked upon it-- (a) the maximum safe or permissible working pressure; (~) water capacity at 60° F (16° C): (c) test pressure. JTbe lnclutlon. of this pqe 1a Mllborhod by L.N. 7l/ 1119] 70 THE MINING'";.(.SAFETYAND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 (2) Every liquefied petroleum gas tank shall be equipped with- (a) a pressure gauge connected to the vapour phase if the tank is over 2,000 litres (439.99 ga11ons)water capacity; (b) a pressure relief valve in communication with the vapour phase, arranged to discharge upwards and unobstructed to the open air in such a manner as to prevent any impingement of escaping gas on the container. On a container of 10,000 or more litres (2,199.93 gallons). the discharge sha11be vented not less than 2 metres (6.56 feet) vertically upwards.

154. Unburied inflammable-liquid storage tanks shall be securely mounted on firm foundations. Outlet piping shall be provided with flexible connections or other special fittings to prevent adverse effects from settling. 1S5,-(1) In the piping of liqµefied petroleum gas- (a) liquid lines shall be of steel or other approved material: (b) vapour lines shall be of steel, solid drawn copper or other approved materiaJ. (2) Piping, tubing and fittings which have been used for any purposes other than conveying fuel gas shall not be used. (3) Liquefied petroleum gas piping shall, where practical, enter the building above ground and remain in an above ground and ventilated location.

156.-(1) When the installation of liquefied petroleum gas p1pmg undergrollllld beneath buildings is unavoidable, the piping shall be encased in a conduit. The conduit shall extend into a nonnally usable and accessible portion of the building and, at the point where the ( conduit terminates in the building. the s,pace between the conduit and the gas piping shall be sealed to prevent the possible entrance of any gas leakage. The conduit shall extend at least 4 inches outside the building, be vented above grade to the outside and be installed in a way as to prevent the entrance of water. (2) No liquefied petroleum gas pipe smaller than standard ½ inch iron pipe shall be used in any concealed location. [The indusion of this paac is authorized by L.N. 7l{1979) THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 71

157. Bends which reduce the internal area or weaken fuel aas piping or tubing are prohibited.

158. Gas piping in contact with earth or other material which may corrode the piping, shall be protected against corrosion in an approved manner. When dissimilar metals are joined underground. an insulating fitting shall be used. Piping shall not be laid in contact with cinders.

159. Gas piping or tubing shall not be concealed in any location where corrosive chemicals are used.

160. Gas piping shall not be installed in unfrequented spaces unless adequate ventilation is provided. Such piping shall be protected against corrosion. 161, Outdoor. gas piping in industrial plant yards installed above ground shall be securely supported and located where it will be pro- tected from physical damage.

162. Fuel lines shall be equipped with valves to cut off the fuel at the source and shall be located and maintained to reduce fire hazards.

163. AU heat sources, including lighting equipment, capable of pro- ducing combustion shall be insulated or isolated from combustible materials. 164.-{l) Before any system of gas piping is put in service, it shall be carefully tested to assure that it is gaslight. Where any part of the system is to be enclosed or concealed, this test should precede the work of closing in. (2) In order to test for tightness, the piping may be filled with the fuel gas, air. or inert gas. but not with any other gas or liqu_d, and OXYGEN SHALL NEVER BE USED. and- (a) for pipeline only, (between first stage regulator and appliances), the piping system must stand a pressure of at least 1.5 bars (21.75 p.s.i.) gauge pressure for 25 minutes, without showing any drop in pressure, after being stabilized. If any pressure drop is noted. the location of the leak must be detected by using soapy water solution or other approved method of gas leak detection. A flame SHALL NEVER be used; and [The inc!Uslonof tbit PI-Je b !!:uthomed by L.N. 71/19791 72 THE MINING (SAFETY A.ND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 {b) when appliances are connected to the piping system, the system must stand a pressoce of not less than 500 mi11imetres (19.69 inches) water column for at least 10 minutes without showing any drop in pressure.

165. Tanks, piping, and fittings shall be examined and tested at intervals while in service to ensure they are safe, and in particular- (a) lines sha11be tested as specified in regulation 164 once in every twelve months; (b) tanks shall be pressure tested once in every five years at 1½ times the safe working pressure; and (c) records of all tests and repairs shall be kept.

166. Fallilty lines, tanks and other liquefied petroleum gas equip- ment shall not be used and gas supplies shall be cut off until faults havebeencorrected.

167. Power wires and cables shall be adequately insulated where tltey pass through doors or walls or where they present a fire hazard.

168. Abandoned electrical circuits shall be deenergised and isolated so that they cannot become energised inadvertently.

169. Materials, such as oily waste and rags, wh'.ch are sub'.ect to spontaneous combustion shall be placed in tightly covered metal con• tainers until disposed of properly. 170,-(1) Solvents with flash points lower than 100°F. (38°C.) shall not be used for cleaning. (2) Solvents shall not be used near p.n·open flame or other ignition source, or near any source of heat, or in an atmosphere that can elevate the temperature. of the solvent above the flash point.

171.-(1) Drip pans shall be provided to catch leakage or spillage when oil or flammable liquids are dispensed in a place or manner which may create drips or leakage. (2) Floors around drip pans shall be kept free from inflammable liquids.

172.-(1) Oxygen cylinders shall not be stored near oil or grease. ffhe in~lu,lon of this Pase is llllthorLed by L.N. 71{1979) THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 73 (2) Gauges and regulators used with oxygen or acetylene cylinders shall be kept clean and free of oil and grease.

173. Battery-chargingstations shall be located in well•ventilatedareas.

174. Internal combustion engines, except diesels, shall be shut off and stopped before being fuelled. 175, Each area shall be provided with suitable fire-fighting equip- ment adequate for the size of the area and the classes of fire possible.

176.-(1) Buildings or rooms in which oil, grease, inflammable liquids or other inflammable materials are stored shall be of fire resistant construction and well ventilated. (2) Means shall be provided to confine, remove, control, or drain away spilled or 11.owing infl.ammableliquids.

177. Firefi2hting equipment which is provided on the mine property shall be strategically located, readily accessible, plainly marked, pro- perly maintained, and inspected periodically. Records shall be kept of such inspections.

178. Fire extinguishers shall be- (a) of the appropriate type for the particular fire hazard involved; (b) adequate in number and size for the particular fire hazard involved; (c) replaced immediately with fully charged extinguishers after being discharged: (d) inspected at regular intervals and maintained according to the manufacturer's recommendations; (e) approved by the Bureau of Standards or other competent testing agency acceptable to the Commissioner.

179. Fire hydrants shall be of a standard type. Adapters shall be provided to fit the hose equipment of local fire departments. Wrenches or keys to open the valves shall be readily available.

180. Water pipes, valves, ootlets, hydrants, and hoses designated for fire fighting purposes shall be inspected every three months and tested annually. _Records shall be kept of such inspections and tests. fl'be hduslOB of 11111 pa,e it allthOrl.ed by L.N. 71/19791 74 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1971

181. Suitable fire extinguishers sha11be provided on sell-propelled mobile equipment with enclosed cabs.

182. When welding or cutting near combustible materials. suitable precautions shall be taken to ensure that smoldering metal or sparks do not resu1t in a fire. Fire extinguishing equipment shall be readily available at the site.

183. Instructions for the use of firefightingequipment shall be pro- minentiy displayed on or near to such equipment. 184.----(1)A firefighting organization shall be established, equipped, and trained in firefighting; dril1s shall be held at least twice a year. (2) All employees shall be instructed on current escape and evacuation plans, fire alarm signals, and applicable procedures to be followedin case of fire.

185. Valves on oxygen and acetylene tanks shall be kept closed when the contents are not being used.

186. Belt-conveyors in locations where fire wou]d create a hazard shaU be provided with safety switches to stop the drive pul1eyautomati- ca11yin the event of excessive slippage.

187. Fire alarm systems shall be provided-and maintained in operating condition, or adequate fire alann procedores shall be established to warn promptly all persons endangered by a fire.

188. At least two independent exits shall be provided where men work or congregate in enclosed areas.

189. Each mine or plant shall deve1opstandard operating procedures Cor fire and other emergencies. Dri11sshall be held at least once per year. PARTVI. Mining and Ground Control

190.-(1) Mining methods shall be consistent with prudent engineer~ ing practices and shall ensure pit wanand bank stability and safe working conditions. (2) Loose llllCOnsolidatedmaterial shall be stripped· for a safe distance, but in no case less than 10 feet from the top of pit walls. [The inclusion of Ibis pa" is a111horizedb)' L.N. 71/ 191') THE MJNJNG (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULA.TJONS, 1977 7S

191. The width and height of benches shall be governed by the type of equipment to be used, the material to be mined and the operation to be performed.

192. Safe means for scaling pit banks shal1 be provided. Hazardous banks shall be scaled before other work is performed in the hazardo\JS bank area.

193. Men shall not work near or under dangerous banks. Over• hanging banks sha11be taken down immediately, and other unsafe ground conditions shall be corrected promptly, or the areas shall be barricaded and posted.

194. Men shall approach from above loose rock and areas to be scaled and shall scale from a safe location.

195. Banks, benches and sloping terrain shall be examined after every rain and unsafe .conditions corrected before men work in spch areas.

196. Before a boulder is drilled or manually broken it shaU be moved to a safe location or positioned securely and prevented from rolling and moving. 197.-{1) Unauthorized persons shall neither enter nor remain in the operating zone of mobile equipment while these are in operation. (2) The operators of such equipmentshall not begin or continue to operate while unauthorized persons are within the equipment's zone ol operation.

198. C1ean-upor other operations involving men and mobile equip- ment working comp1ementarilyshall be so conducted that the manual and mechanicalsteps run alternately. 1'9, Men working on grizzlies shall stand on suitable solid footing or be protected by suitable safety devices.

200. Wherever it is unavoidable to leave mined-out pit walls over five feet in vertical height and over 30° in slope. such walls shall be fenced or barricaded to prevent animals or persons falling over them. £fho blciusion of th;. r,a.e is •ulhorlz.cd by L. N. 71 ( 1979) 76 THE MINING (SAFETY A.ND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 19'17 PARTVII. Electricity 201,-(1) Circuits shall be protected against excessive overloads by fuses or circuit breakers of the correct type and capacity. (2) Electric equipment and circuits shall be provided with switches or other controls. Such switches or controls shall be of approved design and construction and shall be properly installed.

282. Individual overload protection or short-circuit protection shall be provided for the trailing cables of mobile equipment.

203. Power wires and cables shall have adequate current-carrying capacity and shall be protected from mechanical injury.

204.-(1) Areas containing major electrical installations shall be en- closed or securely fenced. (2) Suitab1edanger signs shall be posted at all major electrical installations. (3) Areas containing major electrical installations shall be entered only by authorized persons.

20S. Metal fencing and metal buildings enclosing transformers and switchgear shall be grounded.

206. Power wires and cables shall be insulated adequately where they pass into or out of electrical companments, or where they are installed in buildings and work areas.

107. Distribution boxes shall be provided with disconnect switches.

208.-(1) Telephone and low-potential electric signal wires shall be protected from contacting energized powerlines, and shall not be run in the same conduit or trucking compartment as medium or high voltage wiring. (2) High-potential transmission cables shall be co'1ued, insul- ated. or placed according to acceptable electrical codes to prevent contact with tow-potential circuits.

209. Electrical connections and resistor grids diiat are dif6cuJt or impractical to insulate shall be guarded, ualm protection is. provided by location. (The lnclusfon o( tt. paae Is -bod.:ed by LN. 71/19'nl THE MINING (SAFETY .A.ND HEALTH) REGUL.A.TIONS, 1977 77

210. All metal enclosing or encasing electrical circuits shall be grounded or provided with equivalent protection. ,

211.-(1) Transformers shall be enclosed or shall be placed at least 2.5 metres (8.20 feet) above the ground or installed in a transformer house or surrounded by a substantial fence at least 20 metres (6.56 feet) high and at least 1 metre (3.28 feet) from any energized parts. casings, or wiring. (2) Transformer enclosures shall be kept locked: against un- authorized entry.

212. Guy wires of poles supporting high-potential conductors shall be equipped with insulators installed near the pole end.

213.-(l) Electrical equipment shall be de-energized before wort is done on such equipment. Switches shall be locked out or other measures taken which shall prevent the equipment from being energized without the knowledge of the individuals working on it. (2) Such locks, or preventative devices shall be removed only by the persons who installed them or by authorized personnel with the concurrence of the individuals who installed them. If this is not practical, then authoril.Cd personnel may remove the devices after a thorough check of the job. (3) In cases where more than one group are working on the same equipment, each group shall install its own device.

214.-(1) Power circuits shall be de-energized before wort is done on suzh circuits unless hot-line tools are used. Suitable warning signs shall be posted by the individuals who are to do the work. (2) Switches shall be locked out or other measures taken which shall prevent the power circuits from being energized without the knowledge of the individuals working on them. Such locks. signs. or preventative devices shall be removed only by the person who install• ed them or by authorized person-nel.

215. When a potentially dangerous condition is found it shall be corrected before electrical equipment or wiring is energized.

216. Principal power switches shall be labelled to show which units they control. unless identification can bo made readily by locatiolL. mi,, hduslon of tbla ~ ii autborl..ed by L.N. 71/1'791 78 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

217. At least 1 metre (3.28 feet) of clearance shaJI be provided around all parts of stationary electric equipment or switchgear where access or travel is necessary.

218. Dry wooden platforms, insulating mats, or other electrically nonconductive material shall be kept in place at all switchboards and power-control switches where shock hazards exist. However, metal plates on which a person normally would stand and which are kept at the same potential as the grounded, metal, non-cunent-carryiog parts of the power swjtches to be operated may be used.

219. Electrical motors. switches and controls exposed to damaging dust or water shall be of dust-tight or water-tight construction.

220. Inspection and cover plates on electrical equipment shall be kept in place at all times except during testing or repairs. 221,-(l) Hand-held electric tools shall not be operated above 415/ 240 volts three phase/single phase. (2) Hand-held power tools, other than rock drills shall be equipped with controls requiring constant hand or finger pressure to operate the tools or shall be equipped with friction or other equivalent safety devices. 222.-{l) Fuses shall not be removed or replaced by hand in an energized circuit, and they shall not otherwise be removed or replaced in an energized circuit unless equipment and techniques especially designed to prevent electrical shock are provided-and used for such purpose. (2) Fuse tongs or hotline tools shall be used when fuses are removed or replaced in high-potential circuits.

223. Telegraph, telephone, or signal wires shalt not be installed on the same crossarm with power conductors. When carried on poles supporting powerlines, they shall be installed below powerlines.

224. Operating controls shall be installed so that they can be operated without danger of contact with energized conductors.

22S. Switchesand starting boxes shall be of safe design and capacity. [The .inclusion of thl,i pqc is authori,cd by L,N, 71/1'791 THE JdlNJNG (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1971 79 226.----(1)Every electric motor shaU be controlled by an efficient switch or switches for swting and stopping, so plaCWas to be easily operated.by the per~on in charge of the motor and machinery counected thereto. (2) In every place in which any machine is being driven by an electric motor there shall be means adjacent to the equipment for switchingoff the motor or for stopping the machine. 227, Every ftexible cable for portable electrical apparatus shall be connected to the electrical system by a properly constructed CODDector.

228.-(1) The metal work of all electrical apparatus shall be efficiently earthed; and any flexible metamc covering of the conductors shall be itself efficiently earthed and shall.not be the only earth coonection for the metal of the apparatus. (2) The lampholder of a portable lamp shall be efficiently earthed and shall not be in metallic contact With the guard or other metal work.

229. Portable apparatus and its flexible supply cable shall be OOD• trolled by an efficient device suitably located and capable of cutting off the power. 230.-{l) All electrical conductors and apparatus exposed to the weathcl', moisture, corrosion, inflamDlable surroundings or explosive atmosphere, or used in any process or for any special purpose shall be so constructed or proteoted as to prevent danger to life or limb from shock. bum, or injury to workers or from fire, and such special precautions shall be taken in the use of such conductors or ,pparatus as may be necessary in view of such exposure. (2) In particular all e1eotrica1equipment installed in a location where the atmosphere is likely to become inflammable or explosive shall be of flame-proof or ex,p]osion-proofconstruction.

231. At the working platform of every switchboard and in every switchboard passage-way if there are bare electrical conductors exposed or arranged to be ex,posed when live so that they may be tolKbed, there shaJJ be a clear and uoobstructect passage of adequate and safe width and height with a firm and even floor. Adequate and safe means of access shall be provided for every switchboard passageway. rn,e inclusion of this paae Is aulhorlzed by L.N. ?lllffll BO THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS. 1977 232,-{1) In every plant in which electrical enerlY is a:enerated or transformed or is used for any purpose other than lighting an adequate number of posters giving instructions for the treatment of persons suffering from electric shock shall be conspicuously exhibited in locations where such instructions can be easily read by persons employed in the plant. (2) Each employee shall be instructed in at least one method of rescue.

233. Proper and effectiveprecautions shall be taken either by ground- ing or other means to prevent any material other than a conductor from becoming electrically charged.

234. Grouod continuity conductors shall be provided between the main switch-gear and the consuming apparatus.

235. IntemaJ electrical wiring shall be arranged in an orderly manner. Make-shift connections or wiring shall not be used.

236. Long hand tools or equipment capable of making contact shall not be used beneath bare overhead conductors or in a room wh~re such conductors are installed. unless such tools are non-conductive.

237. Outstanding warning signs shall be posted where bare power lines are installed for overhead cranes, cages or other equipment.

238. In eaob switch room or switch area a schematic diagram of the switchboard and all related switchsear shall be readily available to authorized personnel.

239. Fire alarm circuits shall not in any circumstances be housed in the same conduit as any other circuit Where fire alarm circuits and other circuits are contained in a common channel or trucking, they shall be separated by a continuous portion of fire resistant material.

240. All electrical wiring and installations shall be done in accordance with appropriate national or international oodes as approved by the Chief Electrical Inspector. PARTVIII. Accessways

241. Safe means of access shall be provided and maintained lO all working places. THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULA.TlONS, 1977 81 l4l. Crossovers, e]evated walkways. elevated ramps, and stairways shall be of substantial construction. provided with handrails. and maintained in good condition. Where necessary, toeboards shall be provided. 243.--(1) Ladders shaU be of substantial construction and main• tained in good condition. Wooden members shaH not be painted. (2) Portable straight ladders shall be provided with non-slip bases, shall be placed against a safe backing and set on secure footing. (3) Fixed ladders shall be anchored securely and installed to provide at least 150,000 millimetres (5.90 inches) of toe clearance. (4) Fixed ladders shall project at least 1.0 metre (3.28 feet) above landings, or substanrt.ialhandholds shall be provided above the la·ndings. (5) Fixed 1adders shall be offset and have substantial railed landings at least every 6.00 metres (19.68 feet) unless backguards or other anti-fall devices are attached. (6) Steep fixed ladders (70° to 90° from the hori:zontal) 6.00 metres (19.68 feet) or more in length shall be provided with back- guards, cages or equivalent protection starting at a point not more than 2.00 metres (6.56 feet) from the bottom ot the ladder.

244. Travelways steeper than 30° from the horizontal shall be pro- vided with ladders or stairways.

245. Ladderways, staicways.walkways. and ramps shall be kept free of loose rock and extraneous materials.

246. Men climbing or descending ladders shall face the ]adders and have both hands free for climbing. 247, No permanent structures (including backpards), shall be less than 600.00 millimetres (23.62 inches) from the face or climbing side of a ladder.

248. Scaffolds and working platfonns shall be of substantial con· struotion and maintained in good condition. Floor boards shall be laid properly and the scaffolds and working platform shall not be overloaded. rThc lnch1slon ot this page is authorized by ·L.N. 7111979) 82 THE MINING (SAFETY AND JJEALTH) REGULA.TJONS, 1977

249. Floor planks, boards, or plates on a scaffold or working plat• form shall not be separated by more than 50.00 millimetres (1.97 inches).

250.-(1) Every scaffold, working platform or raised floor from which a person is liable to fa11a distance of more than 2.00 metres (6.56 feet) ,h,11 be equippedwith guardrails and toeboards of adequate strength. (2) Guardrails shall be to a height of not less than 1.00 metre (3.28 feet) and toeboards to a height of not less than 100.00millimetres (3.94 inches). Vertical separation between rails shall not exceed 750.00 millimetres (29.53 inches).

151. Every working platform, raised floor or scaffold from which a person is liable to fall a distance of more than 2.00 metres (6.56 feet) shall provide a footing with an unobstructed and free width of not less than 635 millimetres (25 inches).

251. Vertical clearance above stair steps shall be a nurumum of 2.00 metres (6.56 feet) or adequate warning shall be provided to indicate an impaired clearance.

153. Slippery walkways shall be provided with cleats and handrails and·/or ropes. l54. Openings above, below or near travelways through which or into which men or materials may fall shall be protected by railings, barriers or covers. Where it is impractical to install such protective dcvi~. adequate warning signals shall be installed. :255.-(1) Carriageways shall be of a construction and width to comfortably accommodate the movement of traffic upon them, and in particular the width of hau1agewaysshall, where practicable, be at least three times the width of the widest vehicles in use. (2) Where it is impracticable to construot roadways of a width three times the width of the widest vehicles in use, for example within tunnels, traffic controllers &haH regulate the movement of vehicles. :256.Where a raised pipeline or other obstruction crosses an access- way. suitable crossovers shall be provided. (The inclusion of Uili poge VI authori;ecl by L.N. 71/19791 THE MINING (SAFETY A.ND HEALTH) REGULA..TIONS, 1977 83 PARTIX. Guarding

257. Gears, sprockets, chains. drive. bead, tail, and takeup pulleys, flywheels, couplings, shafts, sawblades, fan inlets, and similar exposed moving machine parts which may be contacted by persons, and which may cause injury to persons shall be guarded. :258.Every pan of electric generators, motors and rotary converters, and every flywheel direotayconnected thereto, shall be securely fenced. unless it is in such a position or of such a construction as to be as safe to every person as it would be if securely fenced

259. No driving belt when.not in useshall be allowed to rest or ride upon a revolving shaft which forms part of the transmission machinery.

26G. Projecting set-screws, bolts or keys on any revolving shaft. spindle~wheel or pinion shall be securely guarded, cut oft or counter- sunk.

261. Every fixed vessel. structure, sump, trench, shaft or pit of which the edge is less than 1 metre (39.37 inches) above the adjoining ground or platform shall, if it contains any scalding. col'1'06iveor poisonous liquid, either be securely covered or be securely fenced to at least that height, or where by reason of the nature of the work. neither secure covering nor secure fencing to that height is practicable, all practicable steps shall be taken by covering, fencing or other means to prevent any person from falling into the vessel, structure, sump, trench, shaft or pit. ·26J, Stationary grinding machines other than special pit grinders shall be equipped with- (a) peripheralhoods (less than 90° throat openings), capable of withstanding the force of a bursting wheel; (b) adjustable tool rests set as close as practical to the wheel; (c) adjustable shields to restrain flying material. ~ Grinding wheels shall be operated within the specifications of lhe manufacturer of the wheels.

264. Fork-lift trucks, front-end loaders, bulldozers and other heavy mobile equipment shall be provided with substantial canopies where overhead protection is necessary. [TIie lncl111ion of this pap it nthorizo,I by L.N. 71{ 19791 84 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

265. Guards shall be- (a) securely in place while machinery is being operated; (b) sufficiently strong, of adequate form and dimensions; and (c) maintained· to provide for require<}prote.ction.

266. Flanges, glands, and other units which frequently fail and pose n hazard, and are not corrected by rei:-airor redesign, shall be provided with spray shields or other protective ,kvices or taken out of service until corrected. PARTX. PressureVessels GENERAL 267,---{1)Every pressure vessel shall be identified.by a tag or name- plate, and where two or more pressure vessels are used, each shall be distlnguished by a serial number (e.g. Boiler No. 2), conspicuously dis- played. (2) Only competent persons trained for the purpose shall be in direct charge of fired and unfired pressure vessels. 268,-(1) The safety valve or valves on a pressure vessel shall be of a discharge capacity to prevent the pressure from building up over a maximum of 10% above the allowable working pressure, and shall be so adjusted as to start blowing as soon as the allowable working pressure is exceeded. (2) The opening connection betwecu the pressure vessel and the safety valve shall have at least the area of the valve inlet or the sum of the areas of the valve inlets where two or more valves am fitted to one connection. (3) All safety valves shall be regularly tested to ensure correct functioning. Records of tests shall be kept available for inspection.

269. Steam blow-off pipes including th0&econnected to safety valves shall be positioned to discharge in such a way as not to be likely to cause burns to persons.

270. No valve of any design shall be placed between the safety valve and the pressure vessel, nor on the discharge pipe between the [The inclulllon of lhls pap le audlorh.ed by L.N. 71/ 1919! THB MINING (SAFETY A.ND HEALTH) RBGUUTIONS, l'-111 safety valve and the atmosphere. other than on unfired vessels where such valves shall be locked or scaled in the open position during vessel use. %71.Sight gla- ODpresSlllevessels shall be guarded.

272.-( 1) Areas surrounding steam. corrosive liquid or hot water leaks shall be immediately cordoned off and posted with dangertags; and repairs shall be effected without delay. (2) Floors around containers of steam. hot water and corrosive fluids shall be of adeqmte slope and have drains and t,eache& snd hoses close at hand, to keep the Boors free of spillages, leakagcaand overftOW&

213. Drains, trenchesand overflow·pipes for handling noxious sub- stances shall be conaectod-to sumps. slop tanks or salvage pits of s1l<hcapacities tllat spillsges are contained ud prevented from polluting the environment.

274. Processlines which experience has shown to be subject to corro- sion and erosion shall be.regularly tested as dictated by such .oxpcrience. Where experiencedoes not exist, testing shall be carried out as necessary to -blish the reqmrod frequency of .__ Bon.lms %15..--{1)Every -.i boiler used for se-atins -. whether separate or one of ,...., shall be fitted wlth- (a) proper safety valves; (b) a suitable fusible·plug or an efficientlow water ala!m devico; (c) a -.i &&\IP and water aauge to show "'spectivoly the P"'S· swe of _,,, and the height of water in eadl boiler. The _, steam aauge shall be graduated to twli:e tho ollowabloWO<tln& (d) a steam '°P valve; (<) a suitable t:OlllleClioaon the boiler steam drum for aocopdng a test gauge. (2) On a boile< which is ono of a l8DgO theR shall be a DOO• return valve if the boilers BR connected to a common heater. [l'lle illclMlon of dlll 11A8019.-boriacl bt' L.N. 7111919) 86 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 19'17

276. The safety valve or valves on a boiler shall be of a discharge capacity to discharge totally the generated steam before the pressuro builds up over a maximum of 10% above the allowable working pressure.

277. The pressure relief system of a boiler shaH be of suitable design for the boiler and shall disc:bargefreely to the outside atmosphere.

178. When no more than two safety valves of different sizes are mounted separately on a boiler, the rellev,ingcapacity of the smaller valve shall not be less than SO%of the larger. 279, Safety valves shall be so set that they all start blowing at a pressure not higher than 4 % above the boiler's allowable working pressure, and variations in the set popping pressure shall not exceed the followin~ Allowable Working Pressure Permissible Variation Bars (Gauge) PSI (Gauge) 1.00-- 5.00 14.50--- 72.50 140 millibars ( 2.03 PSI) 5.01-20.00 72.65- ,290.00 3% 20.01-70.00 290.15-1015.00 700 millibars (10.15 PSI) Over 70.00 Over 1015.00 1%

280. Boilen shall be operated at safe water levels at all times.

281. Records of all boilers shall be kept and these shall be kept up to date at all times and, in particular, shall show- (a) type of vessel; (b) fabrication code; (c) installation date: (d) age (if previously installed elsowhero); (e) partic\llars of safety valves; (j) safe working presslll'C; <g) steam generating capacity; (h) shell plate type and lhictness; ITbe-lnclusl.m of dill ~ is ncbomed by LN. 71/W19) THE MINING (SAFETY A.ND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 87 ( i) reports of examinations and tests; (J) fuel type. 281.--(1) Every steam boiler and all its fittings and attachments shall re-- (a) thoroughly examined by an independent examiner approved by the Commissioner once in every 12 months (but in no case longer than 14 months) : Provided that the Commissioner may at his discretion ex• tend this period; (b) pressure tested by an independent examiner approved by the O>mmissioner once in every 24 months (but in no case longer than 26 months), after extensive repairs, or when considered advisable by the independent examiner; (c) stripped: of lagging and refractory as required by the inde- pendent examiner in order to permit bi:lb to determine the condition of the boiler. (2) A full and accurate report of the result of every such examination and test shall be made in the Form A in the Folll1h ~ Scbedule by the person making the examination, and a copy of the Fonn A, report shall be sent to the Commissioner of Mines within 28 days of such examination or test.

283. No person shall enter or be 10 any steam boiler which is one of a range of two or more steam boilers unless- (a) all inlets through which steam or hot water might otherwise enter the boiler from any other part of the range are dis- connected from t.hat part; or (b) all valves or taps controlling such entry are closed and seqirely locked. UNFIRED PuSSUlU! VBSSELS

284. Every steam receiver not so constructed as to stand with safety the maximum permissible working pressure of the boiler or the mW• mum pressure which can be contained in the pipe connecting the receiver with any other source of supply. shall be fitted with- (a) a suitable reducing valve or other automatic appliance to prevent the safe working prcgure from being exceeded; !The iooluaion of Ibis pap b authorh.cd by L.N. 11/ 1'79] 88 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 (b) a suitable safety valve; (c) a correct st.earn.pressure gauge: (d) a suitable stop valve.

285. Every steam comainer shall be so maintained as to secure that the outlet is at all times kept open and free from obstruction.

286. Records of all unfired pressure vessels shall be kept and the,c shall be kept up to date at all times and in particular shall show- (a) type of vessel; (b) fabrication code; (c) installation date; (d) age (If previously io,talled elsewhere); (•) particulars of safety valves; (/) safe working pressure: (g) shell plate type and thickness; (h) reports of examinations and tests. WI. Every air receiver shall- (a) have marked upon it so as to be plainly visiblo the safe working pressure in bars or pounds per square inch; (b) in case of a receiver connected with an air compressiog plant. either be so constructed as to withstand with safety the maximum pressure which can be obtained in the com- pression. or be fitted with a suitable reducing valve or other suitable appliance to prevent the safe working pressure of the receiver being exceeded; (c) be fitted with a suitable valve, rupture disc or other rolief device so adjusted as to permit the air to escape as soon as the safe working pressure is exceeded; (d) be fitted with a pressure gauge indicating the pressure .in the receiver in bars or pounds per square inch, calibrated to at least twice the safe working pressure; (e) be fitted with a suitable appliance for draining the receiver; and [J'he il'lcbloil of 111kpqo 11 alltborized t>, L.N. 11/m,J THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 89 (/) be provided with a suitable manho]e. hand-hole, or other means which wiHallow the interior to be thoroughlyc]eaned.

288. Unfired pressure vessels and their fittings shall be of sound constructionand properly :maintainedand shall be thoroughly examined by a competent person recognizedas such by the Commissioner at least once in every period of 24 months (but in no case more than 26 months), except that where conditions corrosive to the vessel exist, such examinatiolls shall be done at least once in every period of 12 months (but no longer than 14 months): Provided. that for a vesse1 so constructed that the internal surface cannot be tborougb:ly examined, a suitable hydraulic test shall be carried out in lieu of of internal examination. A record of 8\lChtest and examination in the Form B or B (Alternative) in the Fourth Schedule shall be kept.

289. Regulations 287 and 288 shall apply as far as possible, to any vessel containing gases at pressures higher than atmospheric pressure Mthout a constant outlet to the atmosphere (not being a portable vessel filled by suppliers and delivered to a mine or plant).

290.-(1) Compressed air receivers shall have inspection openings which shall be manholes when the tanks are over 36 inches in diameter. (2) Safety devices on compressed-air systems shall be main• tained ju good operating conditions.

291. Repairs involving the pressure system of compressors,receivers, or compressed-air-poweredequipment shall not be attempted until the pressure bas been bled off.

292. At no time shall compressed air be directed toward a person. When compressed air is used, all necessary precautions shall be takes to protect persons from injury.

293. Safety chains· or suitab]e locking devices shall be used at connections-to machines of high-pressure hose lines of I-inch inside diameter or Jaracr, nnd between m,h-prcssure hose lines of Unch inside diameter or larger. where a co:nnectionfailure could create a haza,d. -294. Air compressor intake lines.shall not be locatoo in atmospheres containing explosive concentrations of inflammable gases or vapours. of i1Ji pqe Is •ulllwliedby L.N. 71/lfl9J ifiie fucfuilon. 90 THE MINING (IA.FETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

295. Lubricated air compressors shall be equipped with au,tomatic temporatpre-activatedshutoff mechanisms set for 400 F., or with fusible plugs installed in the compressor discharge lines as near the compressors as posible. Fusible plugs shall melt at temperatures 50% loss than the flash point of the lubricants, including oils. PARTXI. Hoisting and Lifting

296.-(1) No chain. rope or lifting tackle shall be used unless it is of good construction, sound material, adequate strength and free from patent defect. (2) All chains, ropes and lifting tacl<lein U8llshall be lhoroughly examined by a competent person before each use and at such intervals a~ may be necessary during use to enswe they are safe. '297. All parts of every lifting .madiine shall be of sound constru::tion and free from patent defect. l'c·,:t1, 298. All lifting machine shall be thoroughly examined by a com- Schedule. petent person at least once in every period of twelve months and a Frnn• C. ceglstcrin the Fom C in the Fourth Schedulekept of such examinations.

299. There shall be plainly marked on every lifting machine the safe working load or loads thereof, except that in the case of. a jib crane so constructed that the safe working load may be varied by the raising or lowering of the jib, there shall be attached thereto either an automatic indicator of safe working loads or a table indicating the safe working loads at corresponding indications of the jib or corresponding radii of the load. 300.---(1) No lifting machine shall be taken into use for the first time UDJ.essit has been tested and examined by a competent person and a certificate of such test and examination specifying the safe working load or loads of the machine and signed by the person making the test and examination has been obtained and is kept available for inspection. (2) No lifting machine shaU be loaded beyond the safe work• ing load.

301. Every crane or dragline operated wholly or partially by a prime mover shall be equipped with a gong or other effectiveaudible signalling ('TM inclusion of this pa1e :is ,ulhorlied by L.N. 71/ 1!>79) THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1911 91 device (automatic or otherwise) and installed within easy reach of the operator, for warning persons who may be endangered:by any movement of the crane or load.

312. Every hoist or lift shall be securely fenced and in particular- (a) every hoist or lift shall be of good mechanical construction sound material and adequate strength, and shall be properly main,tained; (b) every hoist or lift shall be examined by a competent person at least once in every period of six months and, mxm:ls of such examinations shall be kept available; and (c) every hoistway or liftway shall be effectivelyprotected by a sub- stantial enclosure fitted with gates. being such an enclosure as to prevent, when the gates are shut, any person from falling down the way or coming in contact with any moving part of the hoist or li,ft. 303.--{1) No hoist or lift shall be used for carryina persons unless it is provided with a cage, which is- (a) so constructed as to prevent. when the cage gate or gates are shut, any person carried from falling out or from being trapped between any part of the cage and any fixed structure or other moving part of the hoist or lift. or from being struck by articles or materials falling down the hoistway; and (b) fitted on each side with a gate Imm which acoesa is provided to a landing place, with efficient int.erloctiDgor other devices to secure that the gate cannot be 0pCllCd except when the cage is at a landing place. and that the -cagecannot be moved away from any such place until the gate is closed. (2) Every gate in the hoistway or liftway endosure of a hoist or lift used for carrying persons shall be fitted with efficientinterlocking or other devices to secure that the gate cannot be opened except when the cage is at the landing place. and that the cage cannot be moved away from the landing place until the gate is closed. (3) Cage doors or gates shall be closed while men are being hoisted and they shall not be opened until die cage baa come to a stop. (4) In connection with every hoist or lift used for canying persons there shall be provided suitable efficient automatic devices ('l'bB lntJutfon of this PtP is •~ by L.N. 11/ lffl1 92 THE MINING (SAFETY A.ND HEALTH) REGULA.TlONS, 19'17 which will ensure that the cage comes to rest at a point above tho lowest point to whch the caae can travel. (S) In the case of a hoist or lib used for carrying persons the maximum. number of persons to be carried at any one time shall bo plainly marked tilereon, and a greater number of persons shall not be carried.

304. HOists snall- (a) have rated capacities consistent with the loads handled and recommended safety factors of the ropes used; and (b) be anchored securely.

305. Belt. rope, or chains shall not be used to connect driving mechan- isms to man hoists. 306,-{l) Every hoist and lift shall be equipped with a brake or brakes which shall be capable of holding its fully loaded cage, skip. or bucket at any point. (2) Automatic hoists shall be provided with devices •that automatically apply the brakes in the event of power failure.

307. The operating mechanism of the clttch of every hoist drum shall be provided with a locking mechanism, or interlocked electrically or mechanically with the brake to prevent accidental withdrawal of the clutch.

308. Man hoists shall be provided with devices to prevent overtravel and overspeed.

309. The following static load safety factors shall be used for select- ing ropes to be used for hoisting and for determining when such ropes shall be removed from hoists- Minimum factor Minimum factor Length of rope of safety (new of safety rope) (remove) Metres Feet - 150 or less - 500 or less 8 6.4 151-300 501-1,000 7 5.8 301-600 1,001-2,000 6 s.o 601-900 2,001-3.000 5 4.3 901 or more 3,001 or more 4 3.6 (Tbe lnclaskm of tbls pap Is 1111tbodr.edby LN, 71/19'191 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1917 93 31e.-(l) At 1east three wraps of rope shall be left OD the drum when 1he conveyanceor b~ket is at the lowest poinl (2) The end of the rope at the drum shall make at least oae full tum OD the drum shaft. or on a spoke of the drum in the case of a free drum, and •hall be fastened oecurelyby mean, of ropediJ)I or clamps. This does not apply to friction hoists.

311.-(1) The rope shall be attached to the load by the thimblc- and-clip method, the socketing method. or other approved method. (2) Where the socketing method is employed zinc or its equiva- lent shall be used. The use of Rabbitt metal or lead for socketing wire rope is prohibited. (3) Where the thimble-and-clipmethod is employed,the follow- ing shall be observed- (a) the rope shaJl be attached to the load by pasmD.gone end aroun4 an oval thimble that is attached to the load, bending the end back so that it ·is parallel to the long or "live" end of the rope, and fastening the two parts of the rope togother with clips; (b) CheU-bolt of each clip shall encircle the short or "dead" end of the rope and the distance between clips shall not be less than the figures given in the table set out below; (c). as a minimum. the number of clips specified in the table, or the equivalent, shall be used for various diameters of six· strand 19-wire plow steel ropes: (Follow manufacturer's recommendations for other kinds of wire rope and clips). (d) for all ropes Jess than three.quarter inch in diameter, at least four clips-or the equivalent shall be used; and (The indusloa of 11111 i,aae b tutborlzod by LN. 11/1'191 94 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 19'17 (e) when special cooditioos require the attachment of a cling to the hoisting cable to handle equipment in the shaft, the slina:shall be attached by clips or the equivalent in accordance with the table set out below: Diameter of Rope Ceo~ -- Millimeters ["""' No. of Clips ..... Spacing of Clips Millimeters 19,0S 22.22 25.40 28.58 31. 15 1 3/4 7/8 1 1/8 1¼ 4 4 4 5 5 i 6 3/4 7! l14,30 133.35 152.40 171.45 190.05 33.66 l 3/8 6 8¼ 209.55 38.10 41.28 11 1 5/8 6 6 •9 3/4 228.60 247.65 44.45 47.63 50,80 1 3/4 1 7/8 2 7 8 8 :n 12 266.70 292.10 304.80 53.98 2 1/8 8 13 330.20 57 .ts 2¼ 8 14 3SS.60

312. Fleet arisles shall not exceed I½degrees,

313. Platforms with toe-boards and handrails shall be provided around elevated head sheavea.

314. Diameters of hand sheaves and hoist drums shall confonn to the following specifications- Diameter of Sheave and Drum Rope Construction Rooomm,ndol Minimum TimeaRope Tunes Rope o;...- D- 6 X 7 dassification 72 42 6 X 19 .. .. 45 30 61(37 .. .. 27 18 6 X 25type B, flattened strand 45 30 6 X 27type H, flattened strand .. 45 30 6 X 30type G, flattened strand .. 45 30 18 X 7 da9smcation .. 51 34

315. Head, idler, knookle,and~ sheaves shall have grooves that support the rope properly. Beforeinstalllna new ropes the aroovesshallbe inspectedand where neceswy machined to the proper contour and the proper groove diameter. by LN. 71/imj l'tiie iaduslon of dili, paao Ii lllltboriz.ed THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 95

316. Only experienced operators shall operate hoists, cranes and draglines exoept where new personnel are being trained.

317. Open hooks shall not be used to hoist buckets or other con- veyances.

318. A standard code of hoisting signals shall be adopted and used~ 319.-{l) Jacks shall be so constructed that they will not continue to lift when overloaded. (2) A. safety device &ballbe provided on each jack so that it will continue to support its load in a raised position, even where a failure destroys or interferes with its jacking ability. PART XII. Materials Storage and Handling 320.-{l) Materials shall ,be stored and stacked in a manner which minimizes stumbling or fall-of-materialhazards. (2) Materials that can create hazards if accidentaHy liberated from their containers shall be stored in a manner that minimizes the dangers. (3) Hazardous materials shall be stored in containers of a type approved for such use by recognized agencies; snob containers shall be labelled appropriately. 321.-{l) Portable compressed and liquefied gas cylinders shall be secured in a safe manner and so as to prevent any discharge of the liquid phase. (2) Valves on compressed gas cylinders _shallbe protected by covers when being transported-or stored and installed in a safe location when the cylinders are in use.

322. Taglines shall be attached to suspeoded material that requires steadying or guidance, wherever this is practicable.

323. Men shall stay clear of suspended loads.

324. Materials shaH not be drowed from an elevation unless the drop area .is guarded or sufficientwarning is given. !The incluuon of this page It •Dthorized. by L.N. 71f 1979] 96 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1971

325. Men shall not ride on loads being moved by cranes or derricks, nor shall they ride the hoisting hoots.

326. Substances that react violently or liberate dangerous fumes when mixed shall be stored in such a manner that they cannot come in contact with each other. 327.--(1) Only men wearing proteotive equipment shall stand near pots or ladles when moken material is being handled; warning shall be given before a pour is made or the pot is moved (2) Only men wearing suitable protective equipment shall attend to the loading and offloadingof acids, alkalis or other corrosive substances.

328. Operator-carrying overhead cranes shall be provided with- (a) bumpers at each end of each rail; (b) limit switches to halt uptravel of the blocks before they strike the hoist: (c) effective audible warning signals wider the control of the operator; (d) a means to lockout the disconnect switch. 32'. No person shall work from or travel on the bridge of an over- head crane unless the bridge is provided with substantial footwalks with toeboards and railings the length of the bridge.

330. Forklift trucks shall be moved with the load in a low position and shall descend ramps with the load behind. 331.-{l) Only bolted. screwed or equivalent connections shall be used on acid and caustic lines, when carrying out loading. offloading or related operations. (2) No air pressures higher than 2 bars (29 p.s.i.g.) shall be used in the offloading of acids or alkalis. Vessels and lines employing air pressure for liqJlid transfers shall be constructed, equipped. main- tained and handled as pressure vessels.

332. Controls for the offloading of corrosive liquids under pressure shall be located at a safe distance but within view of the operations. l'lho inl:lu5jon of thi,, Pl8$ ii authodzod by L.N. 71/tmJ THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 97 Systems for such offloading shall be approved by the Commissioner of Mines. 333.-{l) Vessels and lines with their oonnections shall be brought to atmospheric pressure and aU corrosive fluids b]ed off before such vessels and lines are opened or taken apart in maintenance operations. Drains and valves shall be correctly positioned to facilitate compliance with this regulation. (2) Valves, couplings and other connections on acid or caustic lines shall be opened gradually. Bolts shall not be oompete)y removed before joint seals are broken.

334. In shops or rooms in which meehanical handling equipment is used, and where persons are expected to walk, sufficient safe clearances shaU be allowed for aisles. Aisles shall be kept clear of obstructions.

335. AU places of employment, passageways, storerooms, and service rooms shall be kept clean and orderly and in a sanitary condition. The floor of every workroom shall be maintained in a clean and, so far as possible, a dry condition. Where wet processes are used, drainage shall be maintained, and false floors. platforms, mats or other dry standing places shall be provided where practicable.

336. AU active areas shall be provided with effectivedrainage systems. PARTXIII. Air Quality and Ventilation 337,-{I) The exposure of a person in a mine or plant to airborne contaminants shall not exceed the threshold limit values, calculated on the basis of a time--weigbtedaverage, as specified in the Third Schedule. (2) Where for any reason a person is exposed to limits in excess of those specified in the aforesaid Schedule- (a) in the case of contaminants other than those designated with a "C' in the Schedule, the limit of exposure shall not be of a greater magnitude than the Commissioner may from time to time deem to be permissible: and (b) in the case of contaminants designated with a "C'' in the Schedule, '1!chperson shall be withdrawn from such area immediately upon detection of the excess concentration of the contaminant. (The lnclur,lon ot tbil paae h au1horlr.ed t,y L.N. 71/ 1979] 98 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

338. Dust. gas, mist, and fume surveys shall be conducted as frequently a,~ necessary to determine the adequacy of control measures.

339. Muckpiles, haulage roads, rock. transfer points, crushers and other points where dust is produced in amounts sufficient to cause a health or safety hazard shall be wetted down as often as necessary. unless the dust is controlled adequately by other methods.

340. Respirators shall not be substituted for environmental control measures. However, where environmental controls have not been developed or when necessary by nature of the work involved (for example, welding. sand blasting. lead burning), a person may work for reasonable periods of time in concentrations of airborne contamin- ants which exceed ceiling "C" limits or the limit of permissible excursions, if such person wears a respiratory protective devke approved by the Commissioner as protection against the particular huards involved.

341. Atmospheres in all active areas shall contain at least 20 percent oxygen by dry volume. 342.--{1) Wherever radiation is used in diagnostic. analytic or other operations, no employee shall be permitted an exposure to more than the equivalent of S,000 millirem in any consecutive 12-month period nor the equivalent of 3,000 millirem in any consecutive 3-month period. The maximum accumulated doses shall not exceed S (N-18) rem fQr any employee, where N is the employee's age in years. (2) Rooms or areas in which radiation is generated shall be posted with identifying precautionary signs. Personal dosimeters or other methods shall continually monitor radiation exposure levols.

343. Effective provision shal1 be made for securing and maintaining a reasona·ble temperature in each workroom, but no method shall be employed which re.su1ts-in 1he_escape into the air of any workroom of any fume of sa:b. a character and to such an extent as to be hlrely to be injurious or offensive to persons employed therein.

344. Illumination sufficien.tfor safe working conditions. and wmplying with standards approved by the Commissioner shall be provided in an work areas and accessways. Standby artificial lighting. independent of the principal power generating system, shall be provided in power hopses. t'fhe indiisicn of this pqe ls aiim by l.N. 7i/ 19'191 THE !J.INING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, /977 PARTXIV. Personne,l Protection, Accommodation and First Aid

345.-(1) All persons shall wear suitable bard hats when in or around a mine or plant where a hazard exists that could cause injury to unprotected heads. (2) A11persons shall wear suitable protective footwear when in or around a mine or plant where a hazard exists that could cause inj\lry to unprotected feet (3) AU persons shall wear safety glasses, gogs]es, or face shields or other suitable protective devices when in or around an area of a mine or plant where a hazard exist:6which could cause injury to unprotected eyes.

346. Safety beks and lines shal1 be worn when men work where there is danger of faUing; a second person shall tend the lifeline when bins, tanks or other dangerous areas are entered.

347. Protective clothing, rubber gloves and goggles or face-shields sh&llbe worn by persons handling substances that are corrosive, toxic, or injurious to the skin.

348. Protective clothing or equipment and face-shields or goggles shall be worn when welding, cutting, or working with molten metal.

349. Snug-fitting clothing shall be worn around moving equipment and machinery.

350. Protective gloves shall be wom by employees handling materials 'Nbich may cause injury. provided that gloves shall not be worn where they could create a hazard by becoming entwined or caught in moving parts of machinery.

351. Finger rings should not be worn while working in or around a mine or plant.

352. Seat belts shall be provided. in all vehicles with cabs or roll protection.

353.-(1) No employee shall be permitted an expooure to noise in excess of that specified in the table of Permissible Noise Exposures given in the Third Schedule. (2) Noise level measurement. shall be made using a sound level meter or dosimeter approved by the Commissioner. No exposure (The i11elusion of thio pagea is aUlboriJlod by LN, 71/ 19791 100 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 shall exceed 115 dB for continuous noise or 140 dB peak sound pressure level for impact noises.

354. Where it is otherwise impracticable to reduce exposure to within permiS6ible levels, approved protective equipment shall be provided and used to reduce exposure to within the permissible levels.

355. Life jackets or belts shall be worn where there is danger from falling into water. 3!6. Personal protective devices shall be of adequate quality and form to provide the required protection.

357. Adequate first aid materials, including stretchers and blankets, shall be provided at places convenient to all working areas. Water or neutralizing agents shall be available where corrosive chemicals or other harmful substances are stored, handled, or used and in particular- (a) first aid stations shall be equipped with first aid boxes marked with the words "Fin;t Aid" ·and containing at least all the Fim equipment prescribed in the First Schedule; Schedule. (b) each first aid box shall be placed under the charge of a responsible person who shall hold a first aid certificate and shall always be readily available during working hours. A notice stating the name of the person in charge shall be posted at the mine or plant; (c) selected sppervisors and security men shall be trained in first aid and if possible, one out of every ten of the persons em- ployed shall be trained in emergency first aid treatment; (d) where the total number of persons employed in any one shift exceeds one hundred there shall be provided and maintained in good order a suitable first aid room; (e) the first aid room shall be used for first aid and ambulance work. It shall be situated within a central location and shall have a floor space of not less than one hundred square feet and shall be adequately lighted and kept clean. It shall be distinguished by the words "First Aid", "Medical Centre" or "Clinic" conspicuouslyposted; [The lncJwiion of thi., Il•ae i., authorized by L.N. 11/ lffl) THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTHJ REGULATIONS, 1977 101 (f) the first aid room shall be adequately equipped and shall contain at least all the equipment prescribed in the Second Schedule; Second Schedule. (g) the first aid room shall be placed under the charge of a competent person or persons appointed in writing by the responsible officer. A person shall not be appointed unless he is a qualified nurse or doctor or the holder of a certificate of proficiency in first aid, from a society or body approved by the Commissioner.

358. The person or persons in charge of the first aid room shall always be readily available during working hours and shall keep a record of all cases treated at the first aid room, showing- (a) the name of the person treated; (b) the time and date pf treatment; (c) the nature of the injury or illness; and (d) the name of the person by whom the treatment was given.

359. At every mine or plant, the employer shall, for the purpose of the removal of patients in serious cases of accidents or sickness, provide and maintain in good condition a suitably constructed ambulance carriage, unless arrangements have been made by or on behalf of the employer either to obtain such a carriage promptly, when required, from a hospital or other place within a reasonable distance from the mine, or to provide such a carriage jointly wi1h the owners of other mines or plants in the neighbourhood

360. The employer or some other qualified person appointed by him in writing shall inspect, at intervals not exceeding six months, the accommodation, equipment and material provided at the mine or plant and the working of the organization at the mine or plant for first aid and ambulance work; and if on soch inspection anything is found to be defective or lacking, it shall be remedied without delay. Records of such inspections shall be kept.

361. Persons a.bout to be regularly employed in a mine or plant shall be medically examined and employees shall be subjeot to further medical examinations annually if over 40 years in age and biennially if under 40. £fhe ln(:luslon of dtls page is authorized. by L.N, 71/1919] 102 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

362. There shall not be in attendance for work in any mine or plant any person known to be suffering from an infectious disease as defined Cap. 320 in the Public Health Law. (1953 EdkloD).

363. In places whete caustic, acid or other corrosive substan~ 4.,."C stored, piped, handled or used. properly functioning safety showers and eye wash fountains shall be available on each floor or level. Safety showers and eye wash fountains shall be of such numbers and locations as are adequate for emergencyuse.

364. Every plant shall be kept in a clean state, and free from effluvia arising from any drain or sanitary convenience, and without prejudice to 'l!hegenerality of the foregoing provision- (a) suitable covered receptacles shal1 be provided in the plant for the disposal of dirt and refuse; (b) accumulations of dirt and refuse shall be removed daily from the floors and benches of workrooms, and from the staircases and passages; (c) the floor of every workroom shall be cleaned at least once in every week by washing or if it is effectiveand suitable, by sweeping or other method; (d) all inside walls and partitions, and all ceilings or tops of rooms, and all walls, sides and tops of passages and staircases shall be kept clean.

365. An enclosed area shall not. while work is carried on, be so over- crowded as to cause risk or injury to the health of the persons employed therein, and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing pro- visions- (a) an area sha11be deemed to be overcrowded, as aforesaid. if the number of persons employed at a time in any workroom is suoh that the amount of cubic 9p8CC allowed for every person employed in the room is less than 12 cubic metres (423.78 cubic feet); (b) in -calculating, for the purpose of this provision the amount of cubic space in any room, no space more than 4 metres (13.12 feet) above the floor shall be takeil. into account and, where a room contains a gallery, the gallery shall be treated for the purposas of this provision as if it were partitioned rr11e hli:lusM)nof thi• ~ is alllh<>med by L.N. 71/ 1~79) THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1971 103 off from the remainder of the room and formed a separate room.

366. Sufficient and suitable sanitary conveniences for the persons employedshall be provided, maintained and kept clean and the following requirements shall have effect- (a) in cases where females are employed there shall be at least one suitable sanitary conveniencefor every 25 females; (b) in cases where males are employed there shall be at least one suitable sanitary convenience(not being a conveniencesuitable merely as a urinal), for every 25 males; (c) in cases where the n001berof males employed exceed 100 and sufficient urinal accommodation is also provided, it shall be sufficient if there is one such convenience as aforesaid for every 25 males up to the first 100, and one for every SO thereafter: (d) in calculating the number of conveniences any number of persons less than 25 or 50, as the case may be, shall be reckoned as 25 ot 50; (e) every sanitary convenience shall be sufficientlyventilated and no sanitary convenienceshall communicate- (i) with any workroom; or (ii) with any enclosed space which also communicates with any workroom unless such space is adequately ventil- ated. 3'7. An adequate supply of wholesome drinking water shall be provided at points conveniently accessible to all persons employed.

368.-(1) There shall be provided and maintained for the use of emploYed persons adequate and suitable facilities for changing of clothing and for accommodating clothing not worn during working hours. (2) Separate accommodation shall be provided for persons of each sex and shall. when so required by the Commissioner, include adequate shower bath facilities.

369. There shall be provided and maintained for the use of employees a suitable and adequate lunch•room, which sha11be furnished with- Cfhe inclustoa. of Ihle ~ b ..,lhotbod by L.N. 71119191 104 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH} REGULATIONS, 1977 (a) sufficienttables and chairs or other suitable seating accommoda· tion; and (b) adequate means. including hot water. for the washing of dishes. PARTXV. Additional Provisions for Underground Working In addition to all other applicable regulations the followingprovisions shall apply to underground workings:

370.-(1) Men working underground shall examine and test the back, face and ribs of their working places at the beginning of each shift and frequently thereafter. (2) Supervisors shall examine the ground conditions daily to ensure that proper testing and ground control practices are being followed. (3) Loose ground shall be taken down or effectivelysupported before any other work is done. Ground conditions along haulagcways and travelways shall be examined daily and scaled or supported as necessary.

371. An adequate supply of approved timber or rock bolts shall be provided and used where necessary to prevent danger to any person from a fall or dislodgement of earth. rock or other material forming the back, face or ribs of any underground working tunnel or shaft.

372. No timbering or other support for any part of an excavation shaft, earthwork or tunnel shall be erected or be substantially added to, altered or dismantled except under the direction of a competent person and so far as possible by competent workmen possessingadequate experience of such work. All material for any such work shall be inspected by a competent person on each occasion before being taken into use and materia1 found defective in any respect shall not be used.

373. Approved monitoring devices shall be installed to monitor ground stresses and movement underground.

374. Where at any time there is reasonable cause to apprehend that any underground working has approached within 40 metres (43.75yards) of a place which may contain an accumulation of water or other liquid matter or noxious gas, adequa-teand timely precautions shall be taken and, in particular, the working shall not be more than 2.5 metres (8.2 feet) in width or 2.S metres (8.2 feet) in height and there shall be constantly kept at least one borehole, not less than 3 metres (9.84 feet) in igneous rock or 5 metres (16.4 feet) in other strata, in advance o~the face of the said working, and sufficientflank, roof and floor bore. (The incJullon of this pace is authorized by L.N, 111197'1 THC: '-tlNlNG (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 !OS holes of similar lengths as may be necessary to ensure that the water or other liquid matter or gas shall b~ tapped in the first instance by a borehole.

375. No internal combustion engine shall be used in any underground mines, tunnels or workings unless a permit to use equipment with such engines bas first been obtained from the Commissioner. The conditions and restrictions in any such permit shall be complied with and a permit to use internal combustion engines underground may be revoked for failure to comply with the conditions and restrictions of the permit.

376. The quantity of fresh air circulated through each pnderground working place shall be at least 6 cubic metres (211.89 cubic feet) per minute for each person, provided that where this quantity of air is not provided natural1y or where this quantity is insufficientto prevent harmfpl accumulations of dust, fumes, vapours, or gases, enough additional fresh air shall be provided by mechanical means.

377. Where in underground workings it is not practicable to provide sufficientillumination in all areas. individual cap lamps shall be worn: Provided that standby lighting shal1be on band where individual cap lamps are not used.

378. At every shaft in which injured persons arc raised or lowered and where the cage is not large enough to permit a stretcher being laid flat, and at every shaft where persons are raised or lowered otherwise than in a cage, there shall be provided and used a spitable jacket or attachment to minimize discomfort and prevent aggravation of an injury. tTb<l-lnelusion of lbla Pase is authorized by L.N, 11/lm) 106 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1'»1

FIRST SCHEDULE (Regulation 357 (a) ) EQUIPMl!NT OP FIRST AID Box (Minimum) 12 packets absorbent gauze (steriliz.ed) 12 packets cotton wool (sterilized) 6 muslin bandages S.08x457,2cm. (l"xS yards) 6 muslin bandages 2.S4x457.2cm. (l"xS yards) 2 triangular bandages (the longest side at least 130 an) (SI inches) and the other sides at least 91.44 cm. (36 inches). I spool adhesive tape 2.S4x457.2cm, (l"xS yards) I box or card safety pins I pair scissors I pair dressing forceps I bottle I70cc./ 6 oz. Aromatic spirit of ammonia 1 bottle IIOcc./4 oz. antiseptic I bottle 227rx,/8 oz. iodine (tincture) I bottle eye lotion I bottle rubbing aloohol bakina soda pain-relievinJ tabletlil

SECOND SCHEDULE (Regulation 357 (/} ) EQuJPMENT OF FIRST Alo ROOM (MINIMUM) (a) A stretcher and a table of convenient height (about 7S cm,/2.5 feet), large enough to stand the stretcher on; (b) a bench or chairs; (c) a glazed sink with cold water and hot water readily available. (d) soap, towels and a nail•brush; (e) a supply of suitable sterilized dressings, bandages and adhesive plaster; (/) a supply of picric acid (1 percent !1-(Jueoussolution}a supply of smelli0& salts and a supply of tincture of iodine (2 percent alcoholic solution) or other antiseptic approved by the Commissioner; (I) a supply of rubbiDJ alcohol, sodium bicarbonate and milk of maanesia or other approved antacid; (h) a supply of pain-relievina tablets: (j) blankets and hot·water bottles; (J) sets of splints (137 cm., 91, cm. and 30 cm./4½ feet. 3 feet and I foot) with the necessary triangular bandaa:eafor applying them, together with a supply of splint padding; (k) a supply. of drinking water and coffee or other stimulant, and drinking vessels; (I) tourniquets, scissors, absorbent gauze and safetypins; (m) ointments and dressings for th~ tuatmcnt of bums; (n) a supply of eye lotion; (0) a flashliaht or other standby li1htina. [The ineludon of IIIQ pqe is awhorbed b:, L.N. 71/ 1'791 THB MINING (SAFETY A.ND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 107 THIRD SCHEDULE (Replation 337) 'fHusHOLD LIMIT VALUBS ''" ,.. Dust, Fumes, Mists, Gases and Vapours (Average concentrations per B•hour day) Acetaldebyde Acetic Acid Acetic Anhydride Acrolein ... ·= ' 10 " ..,, 0.1 mg/M 1 20 Ammonia 5-0 Aniline (Skin) "19 "C" Benzene (Skin) "C" Butylamine (Skin) Calciwn Oxide "'s 80 IS ,., s Carbon Black Carbon Dioxide ... ,,ooo 9,000 Carbon Monoxide ... Carbon Tetrachloride (Skin) "C" Chlorine ... so 10 I ., " 3 Chromic Acid and chroma.tea(AICros) 0.1 Copper Dusts I Cotton Dust (RaW) ... I Cyanide (AS-CN) (Skin) s DDT (Skin) ••• ,~-" ··.:..... .,._~.,··) I Dicblorodilluoromethane ,......_ v..,.... ugu Dieldrio (Skin) 1,000 •~so 0.25 "C'' Ethyl merca.ptan 10 :ZS Fluorine 0.1 0.2 ''C" Fonnaldehyde s 6 Hydrogen bromide ... 3 10 "C" Hydrocen Chloride Hydrogen Cy,rude (Skio) s 1 10 II Hydrogen Ffooride ... Hydrogen peroxide ... Hydro,en sulphide •.. 3 I IO • 1.4 IS ..C' Iodine .. . 0.1 I Lead ... . .. 0.2 LiquellN Petroleum Gas 1,000 1~00 Malathion (Skin) IS M...,.,, (stm) 0.1 Nitric Acid .. . •s ... s •• "C" Nitrogen Dio~ide .. . "C'' Nitro&lycerine (Skin) s Oil Mist (mineral) , . , Oxalic -\ctd Ozone ... Phosphoric Acid ... Pho9Phorus {Yellow) ... 0.1 ... I I 0.1 Picric Acid (Skin) 0.1 Silver, metal and ,oluble compd$. 0.01 "C" Sodium Hydroxide Sulphur Dioxide ... • Sulphuric: Acid Totr"""yl lead (u Pb) (Skin) ... Uraniwn (Soluble compounds) " I 0.o?5 o.os (Insoluble compound!_ o.:zs NOTES: I. ppm refers to parts of vapour or au per million parts of contaminated illr by volume. ?. mg/M' refen to approximate mill~~ of particulate per cubic metre of air. fCl1e~IUWII of lhb pqe is aulhorlzed br L.N. 71/ 1979) 108 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

THIRD SCHEDULE, contd. THllBSHOLD IJMrrVALOIS, contd. Respirable Dusts Evaluated by Count SUBSTANCE m,p,p,c.m, Silica, Slo1 Crystalline Quartz: TLV in million parts per cubic metre 1,0S9 %Si0:!+IO Cristobalite .......•........... ,.............................. . Use one half the vaJue calculated for quartz. Tremolite ................ , ................................... . 177 Silica Amorphous, including daitomaccous earth ...... . 706 Silicotes (less than 1% crystalline silica) Asbestos............................. ,............ ,, ......... . 177 Mica .......................................................... . 706 Soapstone................................................... . 706 Talc ........................................................... . 706 Portland Cement. ......................................... . 1,765 Graphite (Natural) ........................... ·............... . 530 Inert or Nuisance Participate .......................... . 1,765 (or 15 mg/M 8 whichever is the smaller) Conversion factor m.p.p.c.m. divided by 35.3=million particles per cubic foot PER.MtSSIBLB Noise EXPOSURES Duration per day: round level bouts of exposure dBA (Slow response) ' 90 6 92 5 ~ ◄ 95 2' n ~ 1½ 102 I 105 ½ 110 ¼ or less 115 NOTE:When the daily exposure is composed of two or more periods of noise exposme, at different levels, their combined effOQ lhall be. COll!lidered rather than the individual effect of each. If the sum Cl+C2+ ............ Cn exceeds unitY Tl T2 Tn then the mixed exposure shall be u,nsidered to ~ th. ~issiW:e exposure. Cn indicates the total time of c.q,o6UNIat a. ~lied llGiae level, a-nd Tn indicates the total time of cxpoaar,1 penutted at that level. Interpolation between tabulated values. may be delelmined by die .following formula : log T=6.322=0.0602 SL where T is the time in. ltoun. and SL is 1ho PIDd 1cvel m dB.A. (Jbi inchl.!lionol 1M pe&e ii autborkod "7 L,N. TI/t'191 THB MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS. 1911 IO!I FOURTH SCHFDULB (Regulations 282, 288, .298) POBMA REPORT ON EXAMINATION AND TEST OF S'J'l!.\M Bo11.J!I> I. Name of Mine/Plant. ......................................................................... . 2 Add~ ............................................................................................. . 3. Name of Owner....................................... . 4. Name of Manaaer ................................................................. . .s. Description or distinctive number of boiler, ·and type............................ .. ........................................................................................................ 6. Age................................................. .. 7. The history should be briefly stated or reference made to record in earlier reports.................................................................................... . 8. Date of hydraulic test and pressure applied........................................ .. 9. Quality and SOUKCof feed water....................................................... .. \0. Boiler (o) Waa the boiler scaled, prepared and (so far u its QOnstructionpennits) made accessible, sufficiendy for thorouah examination and for such test as may be necessary in order to complete the l!horouah examination'? (b) What parts of seams, drums, or headers are covered? ................................. (c) Date of la.st exposure of such parts for the purpose of exantinatioo (d) What r,rts (if any) other than parts covered by bnck. wort and mentioned above were Inaccessible? ................................. (t') What examination and tesu were made'? (f) Condition State any defecu materially affectiaa the penoistible wortina pressure. l External.................... .. Internal. .................... .. 11. Mountin,s- (a) Are there proper mounti1111,includin.asafety valve, water sauae a.nd steam aau,:e'l ................................. (b) Are all mounlin&s properly maincained and In aood workin, order? ................................. (c-) Ate the water pups pmtected? (d) Ia: there a low water alann, devi:f.10or fllaible plua &ttec11 ................................. 12. Pcnnissi.ble wortina· pres911re for the eJl9UUIIll moncb, (tubject to any conditiom stated in para• star· 13 and 1-4). cal.ciliated from dimensions and from the thiclness and other da&oucenained by the present examination, due alletwa:nCe being rnade for ~ndilioas of wortinJ; if unusual or ex.cepti.,:,oallyaevere. fl. R~ (if any) required, and period within which they lh<>uld be executed. ................................ (l1lc induslooof dlit pqc ii. audlorlad""· L.N. 7111:979) 110 THE MINING (SAFETY ANl> HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1971 FOURTH SCHEDULE, contd. FORM A, contd. REPORT ON EXAMJNAnON AND T!sT OF SnAM BOD..IIR, contd. 14. Other observations............................................................................ ,. ...................................... ...................................................... ........·····••· ························•··· .............. ,........ ····•·················· ........ .. I CERnflY 11IATON,......................................... 1 thoroughly examined the boiler above descnbed, that the above ls a true report of tho result. and that I am not the owner of the boiler nor am I employed by the owner in any capacity other than as an independent Contractor. Signature........................................................ . Qua]iftcatlon.................................................... . Address .......................................................... .. Date .............................................................. . F"'™B RIIPOltT ON EXAMINAnON ANO Tl!sT OP S'raAM REcl!CVER ANP AIR Rl!CEIVllR I. NBllle of Mine/Plant ......................................................................... .. 2. Address............................................................................................. . 3. Name of Owner................................................................................ . 4. Name of Mana,er ............................................................................. . s. Description of distinguishin, number of mart (if any) of air receiver or steam receiver.................................................................................... . 6. Nature of Examination....................................................................... . 7. Hydraulic press.ure applied,................................................................ . 8. Condition- External..................... . State any defects materially affecting the pennissible working pressure ) Internal ...................... . 9. Mountings- (a) Are there proper mountings including safety valvea and pressure aauge? (b) ~~ i~::~ti!~!kf:pe::J'er~aintained ........................................ .. (c) Is the pennissible workina pres.sure marked on the receiv«? ......................................... . 10. Permissiblewarkina pressure for the ensuing twelve (12) months ........................................................................................................ Icertify that on............................................................ l thorou1bly examined the ...................................................................... .above described (steam receiver or air receiver) and that the above Is a true report of the result. Sianature........................................................ . Qualification.................................................... . Address ........................................................... . Date .............................................................. . [The Inclusion of this paae is authori. "7 L.N. 71/lffll THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, JW1 111 FOURTH SCHEDULE, contd. FoP.M8 (ALTERNATIVE.) REPORT ON EXAMINAnON AND 'fssT OF UNF'tRJID P118SSUR8 VBSSBL t. Naine of Mine/Plant ........................ , ................................................ .. 2. Address .......................................................................................... .. J. Name of Owner ................................................................................ . 4. Name of Mana1er............................................................................. . S. DescripUon or Distinguishin1 No ........................................... ,:........... .. 6, Aj:e of Vessel................................................................................... . 7. Origidal Shell ThickneS3 (in thinnest area) ............................................ . 8. Nature of Examination ......... . 9. How was Vessel prepared for Exami11ation?...................................... . ....• .••·······•······················•"" ......................... ································ 10. Shell Thickness (in tttdnncst area)........................................................ . IL Rate of wear (per year)................................................................... .. 12. Internal Defects............................................................................... .. 13. Bxterna1 Defects................................................................................ . 14 Defects Revealed by Bono-Ray, X-Ray, and/or LiqUid Penetrant Tests: (a) Scams and welds (b) Shell... .. 15. Mountings- (a) Are there proper mounungs includina safety valves and prt6Sllre gau1e? (b) Are all mountin,s properly maintained and in 100d work.ins order? (c) h the perm.is,ible workin1 pressure marked on the vessel? .......................................... 16. Permissible Working Presswc for the ensuing.............................. months I certify that on .............................................................. ·.'I tboroushly examined tbe ........................................................................ above described AND Tlt.,\T ;:..:S Al'OVt. IS A ntllE REPORT OF THI! kl!SVLT. Sign.aturo.................................... , ................... . Qutalification.. _ ............................................... .. Addr'e:58.......................................................... .. Date .............................................................. . [I'he incluslou of tbit r,qe ii autbodzed by L.N. 71{1'191 112 THE MTN/NG (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

FOURTH SCHEDULE, comd. FORM C REPORT ON EXAMINATION AND TEST OF LIFTING MACHINE I. Name of Mine/ Plant. 2, Address .................. . 3. Name of Owner ........................ . 4. Name of Manager .... S. Distinguishing number or mark (,if any) and description sufficient to identify the crane or oeher lifting machine. 6, Date of examination made and by whom it was carried ouL 7. Particulars of any defect found on examination and affecting the safe working load, and of the steps taken to remedy such defect. 8, The safe working load fur the ensuing twelve (12) months . I CIIR'ltl'Y THAT ON.............. . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . ... .. . ... .I thoroughly examined the ............................. . . .......... above described aru:I that the above is a true report of the re.suit. •(Futher Certificate in case of Crane or Dra&line) I FuRn12R CBRTIPY that I am not the owner of the crane/ dragline nor am I employed by the owner in any capacity other than as an independent Contractor. Signature ............ , ........................................... . Qualification ................................................... . Address................... ,............... . Date ................................. . JThe .iaclusi,;,n of Oaif pap is authorized b1 L.N. 71/1979] THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATfONS, 1977 113 FIFTH SCHEDULE (Regulation 17) MINIMUM DISTANCES FOR MAXIMUM QUANTITIES OP ExPl.oslVE.S IN UNBARRICAD8D MAGAZINES Explosives Separation of Buildings Public Roads (Kilogrammes) Magazines and Railways (Metres) (Metres) (Metres) 5 5 55 20 JO 7 15 30 15 7 8C 30 20 30 4S 7S 8 ' JO 11 85 JOO 115 140 " 40 4S 4S JOO 12 160 so 150 15 165 65 200 16 180 75 300 18 21, 85 400 20 230 90 500 22 250 100 600 24 270 105 700 25 280 110 800 26 300 115 900 27 305 120 1,000 28 315 125 l,200 30 350 135 1,400 32 355 14S l,SOO 33 360 150 2,000 35 400 155 2,SOO 38 440 175 3,000 41 470 180 4,000 45 500 200 S,000 48 S30 220 6,000 50 S35 230 7,000 S4 S40 240 8,000 9,000 ]0,000 S1 59 62 ''° '90 620 250 265 280 12,000 67 670 300 ts,000 20,000 2S,000 70 78 710 81S "' 345 30,000 3S,OOO "92 100 '"' 960 1,030 350 400 420 40,000 105 1,070 438 45,000 JIO 1,100 450 50,000 115 1,150 455 I - Nons: I. The quantity of explosives in a cap magazine shall govern the separation of cap ma- gazines from other magazines. Blasting caps of uf to No. 8 in strength shaU be rated at 0.6804 kilogrammes (I¼ pounds) explosives per ,000 caps, (The ~sfon of this page J, authorized by L.N. 71/ 1979] 114 THE MINING (SAFETY A.NI> HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977

FIFTH SCHEDULE, contd. MOOMUM DISTANCES FOR MAXIMUM QUANTITIIIS OF BXPLOSIVl! IN B..UUU:CU>EDMAOAZINSS, contd. 2. Detonatina cord of SO to 60 grains per foot shall be calculated as 4.0824 kilogrammes (9 pounds) per 1,000 feet. 3. When a building containing explosives is barricaded the dist,ancea shown in the Schedule may be halfed. Conversion Factors: Kilogrammes x 2.204=Pounds Metres x 3.28=Feet SIXTH SCHEDULE (Rea;ulation 11) RBl'O'.aT OF ACCIDENT FORM 1 (To be forwarded to the Commissioner of Mines with the least possible delay) I. Name of Company......... ., 2. Full name and clock number of injured............................................... . 3. Home adckess................. . 4. Address of Hospita1 (if hospitalised)........... . S, Occupation............................. . 6. Marital S11a.tus........................ . 7. Date of employment................................................ . 8. Date and tune of accident....................................... . 9. Location of accident.............................. . 10. Name of Foreman .... 11. Nature of injury and particulars of First Aid rendered ......... . 12. Witnesses.. 13. Type of accident (lost time/ fatal)................. .. 14. Description of accident................................................•.......... •••·········. [The inclusion of thk paw, ls authorlzod by L.N. 71/ 19791 THE MINING (SAFETY AND HEALTH) REGULATIONS, 1977 llS .. &Gl8u!dsplf8H I" I .. : .. . :. ,,.. . 2s§f "' .,.. .. M ~ ..: ... : .. M .. : ... i;; . •nxa )(utU.L )(:»ti pue P~H .. : o.<a " ~ M : ... . J;QlQ ""I .. . ..tpoa:U11aro::1 MM u,ms UIIUlR I . : . ... 1~1 ,UoC) =·~;c..,,. - M : Ji ~... ""'""" I uoijsdwy :lfJ '"' i'l swne:J13W,1;1ll ~ " i-~ "a swne: PPV : Stune::JJl I . .. : .. "'110 lSJfflU:ltlJAl NPl~M. ::l [Cl I .. i I ~.i - " Al! !ln ~ . ' . I ~ . :,; ... M .IQAfJQ !:: INP!,11:,;ra: :2 € ; I "' AJos,~ns 1.11,\J!W "- f11U0!ss;IJ0Jd ;.; M .. . ~o uor ,.,,.wo:, " - S!lP UJ I .. ~ ii S!f,ll qllM. ~ 11 ~ .. .. ... .. ~ ii MOL '" ~ "g ~~ :il ~ __, __, .,s" ; .. . . ..I ;1 ~ j j ei 1~ ;t ~ i8 .. ii P.l11™11lO fimuw.g <•a ~ ~ ~ I= i f ~ ! ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ) > ,.. M aj z ,!I ~~; lllU0y M <•a - wnmtNI ONn&VSIO £Thelnclw:lcn of Ibis page is •ulhomcd by LN, 71/ lffl] 11 COMMISSION OF MINES

SIXTH SCHEDULE,contd. -"' HOPE, KINGSTON 6. MAN HOURS fdlNING. ..... , ..... , , . DRYING . ....................... ,. MINE ACCIDENTLEDOBR BAUXITE/ALUMINA PLANT................ , ........ , ... . TOTAL . ......................... , .. . i! --iH-+-l--+-l--t-f++++-+-l--l-t-+++-l-f-H-+-+++-Hl--t-+-l--t-t-t++++---1---J-+++--- ~1--~-l-l---l---f---lH--l-l-+-IH-+--++-IH-l-l-"-t--l-f-H-+-+-1f-+--i-l-l-l-~-I-H-1-l--+~--i-l-e-- -1- -1-+--f--l·--H-l--l--l-+-H--l-+--f-,-r+-+-l- l-+--1-1--<,--r+----+-+-l--r+-+-H-I--I--H--~-I--'---- --+-+a--1-+--+--l-r+-l-l--<r<- --f+--l-++-I-J--H-l---,--;f~--f+-l--t-+---1-~-,- - ·- -- -e--,H-+--- Month........... .................. . { Year to Date .............. ..... ..