Statistics Act, 1999
R 385
Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996)General RegulationsGuideline for the Compilation of a Mandatroy Code of PracticePrevention of Flammable Gas Explosions in Mines other than Coal MinesPart C: Format and Content of the Mandatory COP3. Status of Mandatory COP |
Under this heading the COP must contain statements to the effect that:
3.1 | The mandatory COP was drawn up in accordance with DMRE guideline reference number DMR 16/3/2/4-B5 (cross referenced to DMR 16/3/2/4-A6 and DME 16/3/2/1-A2) issued by the CIOM. |
3.2 | This is a mandatory COP in terms of sections 9(2) and (3) of the MHSA. |
3.3 | The COP may be used in an accident investigation/inquiry to ascertain compliance and to establish whether the COP is effective and fit for purpose. |
3.4 | The COP supersedes all previous relevant COPs. |
3.5 | All managerial instructions or recommended procedures (voluntary COPs) and standards on the prevention of flammable gas explosions must comply with the COP and must be reviewed to ensure compliance. |