Mining activities are covered by multiple pieces of legislation. Many accidents and incidents on mine sites have a causal factor in the rules and regulations that supposedly are in place to prevent the incident from occurring. Prescribed place at which record book to be kept 31 3. The following laws apply to all nsw mines and petroleum sites. Local governments must formally approve mine sites andor the subsequent use of the mine site rcw 78. On 1 july, the departments of commerce and mines and petroleum combined to form the new department of mines, industry regulation and safety. The mines safety and inspection act 1994 imposes general duty of care provisions to maintain safe and healthy workplaces at mining operations and protect people at work from hazards. Jobseekers wanting to work in the wa construction industry may be misled by a company offering introductory online safety training courses. All legislation for nsw mining workplaces nsw resources. Modernising work health and safety laws in wa department. Versions of this subsidiary legislation includes consolidations, reprints and as made versions. Citation these regulations are the mining amendment regulations no.
Natural resources and mines legislation amendment regulation no. Iron ore mining in western australia, in the 201819 financial year, accounted for 54 percent of. The regulations implement, as regards great britain, council directive 1992104eec on the minimum requirements for improving the safety and health protection of workers in surface and underground mineralextracting industries. In order to facilitate consistent compliance with the acts requirements by reporting companies, we. By promoting, facilitating and regulating development and sustainable utilization of namibias mineral, geological and energy resource through competent staff, innovation, research and stakeholder collaboration in a conducive environment for the benefits of all namibians and the world. The average price of regular unleaded petrol ulp is set to increase by over 10 cents per litre cpl to 145 cpl tomorrow, so fuelwatch is encouraging perth drivers, if they. Persons who are trainees for the purposes of the act 4 1. Inspection regulations approving the development of a new resources safety bill. Injury statistics data is provided to worksafe by workcover wa and is derived from workers compensation claims lodged in accordance with the workers. Mining regulation guidance, policies, references, and. The mine act amended the 1969 coal act, consolidated all federal health and safety regulations of the mining industry under one authority, strengthened and expanded the rights of miners, enhanced the protection of. Metal mines and mills that meet the criteria defined in chapter 78. No publications will be sent through this mailing listwe will only notify you that something has been released. Western australian wild dog action plan 20162021 overview the wild dog action plan 2016 coordinated and cost2021 is an industry driven plan that considers the economic, environmental and social impacts of wild dogs and identifies key issues for managing them throughout western australia.
Pdf safety regulation and the mining inspectorate lessons. Mining of coal and metallic minerals in washington began in the mid to late 1800s. Regulations relating to the health, safety and welfare of employees and the protection of other persons property, the environment and natural resources are contained in gn 1901999 gg 2188. Rules and regulations for mineral prospecting and placer mining in washington state january, 1999 publication gf199. Wa wild dog action plan june 12016 western australian wild dog action plan 20162021 overview the wild dog action plan 2016 coordinated and cost2021 is an industry driven plan that considers the economic, environmental and social impacts of wild dogs and identifies key issues for managing them throughout western australia.
Natural resources and mines legislation amendment regulation. Department of mines, industry regulation and safety parliament of. Mines safety and inspection regulations 1995 contents as at 24 jan 2017 version 06d006 page iii published on. Chamber of commerce and industry of western australia. A petroleum field is declared in terms of section 421 in gn 1581997 gg 1622. Mining regulations 1981 table of provisions part i preliminary 1. Recycled organics in mine site rehabilitation department of environment and conservation nsw 5 executive summary recycled organics is a generic term used to describe compostable organic materials, including garden organics, food organics, residual wood. Exemption if compliance unnecessary or impracticable 5 part 2 administration. Department of mines, industry regulation and safety. Mines work health and safety supplementary requirements act 2012 mines work health and safety supplementary requirements regulations. Natural resources and mines legislation fees amendment regulation no.
On 12 july 2017, the government announcemed the development of a modernised work health and safety act for western australia, which is based on the national model work health and safety bill. Pdf this article examines the role of mining regulation and its enforcement. Until recently the mining act 1978 has applied to the land area of the western australia and, by arrangement with the commonwealth, the first three nautical miles of the territorial sea from the baseline. Wa dmp resources safety division executive director simon ridge has confirmed the new bill is being developed to align wa with national work health and safety whs legislation and the national mines safety framework.
Jun 30, 2017 the state government announced in april 2017 widespread public sector reforms, aimed at creating collaborative departments focused on wholeofgovernment objectives and delivering services in the most efficient way. The mines regulations 2014 the regulations are intended to protect people working at mines in great britain by ensuring that there is a duty on the mine operator to manage and control the major hazards at mines fire, flammableexplosive gases and dust, ground movement, inrushes of water or. Modernising work health and safety laws in western australia. The mines regulations 2014 the regulations consolidate and modernise the law on health and safety in mines in great britain. Metals mining during the same general time period occurred on both sides of the cascade divide, but was largely. Safety rules and regulations on mine sites the problem. Department of mines, industry regulation and safety annual report.
Provides helpful guidance and links to mines safety legislation. Inspection of workplaces in quarry operations 39 3. The issue of mine rules, procedures, and regulations is a central focus of this paper, highlighted by this recent comment. Mines safety and inspection regulations 1995 table of provisions part 1 preliminary 1. Certificate of exemption 43 part v general regulations division 1 marking out mining tenements 59. Steps from mineral exploration to a mine resolution of native title issues over land and waters. Western australia, whs requirements for mining are regulated through the. Memorandum of understanding dcnr, usfs, blm menorandum of understanding dcnr, usfs, blm. Gold and fish washington department gold and other minerals helped shape the history of washington state.
Government of western australia department of mines and petroleum. Quantity of samples or specimens part iia permits under section 40e 4a. Inspection of underground workplaces in coal mines 39 3. The legislative history at the back of the regulations or rules provides detail about the past and future operation of the regulations or rules. Chapter 5 of the occupational health and safety regulations 2007. Authority, department of mines, industry regulation and safety. All legislation for nsw mining workplaces nsw resources and.
The issue of mine rules, procedures, and regulations is a central focus of this paper, highlighted by this recent comment very few people have accidents for which there is no procedure in place and we have a significant degree of accidents as a result of people breaking rules, ignoring rules, or simply not knowing about them. Western australian mineral and petroleum statistics digest 201718 pdf. Ensuring compliance with conditions on mining office of the. Refer to the whs mines and petroleum sites legislation page for a more detailed definition of the term. Modernising work health and safety laws in wa department of. Recyclingreclamation of metals and metal compounds treatment of nonhazardous incinerator bottom ash of the types listed in. Western australian legislation mining regulations 1981. Aug 05, 2014 the following forms relating to the mining act 1978 have been updated in leap. In 1978, congress passed the federal mine safety and health act of 1977 mine act, which led to the creation of the mine safety and health administration in the department of labor. Coal production in washington hit a high in 2003 with an estimated total production of 6,232,000 short tons, yet production ceased in 2006. Amendatory section amending wsr 21104, filed 1021, effective 1121 wac 31455050 reasons the board may seek denial, suspension, or. Evidence in support of application and objection 43 58. Rio tinto operates twelve iron ore mines in western australia, bhp billiton. Handbook for the study and description of microbialites.
The baseline is a nominated line that generally constitutes the mean low. Western australian land authority new energy corporation pty ltd file ref mas. Work health and safety mines regulation 2014 contents page current version for 12. Exemption if compliance unnecessary or impracticable part 2 administration division 1 inspectors 2. General duty of care in western australian mines international sos.
Newsletters and bulletins department of mines, industry regulation. Registered manager to ensure inspections carried out in accordance with this division 39 3. Short title, extent and commencement 1this act may be called the mines act, 1952. Mines safety and inspection regulations 1995 contents page iv consolidation 3b 3.
The omalley archives is the product of almost two decades of research and includes analyses, chronologies, historical documents, and interviews from the apartheid and postapartheid eras. A mine is where mining operations are carried out or a tourist mine. The surface mining act is a reclamation law that requires a permit for each mine that. The causes involve a lack of awareness or understanding, ignorance, or deliberate violations. Mining regulations 1981 contents page iv consolidation 5h 55. Describe the proposed rule, including a brief history of the issue, and explain why.
Local governments must formally approve mine sites andor the subsequent use of. Guidance for minesite petroleumcontaminated soil pcs management plans. Mineral and petroleum r urces devel s ent regulations, 2004 as contemplated in the transitional arrangements means the mineral and petroleum resources development regulations published in terms of section 1071 of the mineral and petroleum resources development act, 2002 under government notice r527 in government gazette 26275 of 23 april s. The mines rules, 1955 notification new delhi, the 2nd july, 1955 s. Natural resources and mines legislation fees amendment. Application for permit under section 40e form 1a llwamin001 claim for compensation and consent for an informal determination by the warden form 3a llwamin003 instrument of lease form 8 llwamin010 application for extension of term or renewal of. Mining act legislation department of mines, industry. The mining act 1978 the mining act outlines the law as it relates to mining, and for incidental and other purposes. Commission is authorized to issue such rules or regulations as are necessary or appropriate for the protection of investors and to carry out the purposes of section 1503.
Norman washington division of geology and earth resources po box 47007. A petroleum site is a place where petroleum operations are carried out. Western australia mines safety and inspection regulations 1995 contents part 1 preliminary 1. Find information on the legislation and statutory requirements that apply to minerals and mining in wa.
The hars consists of a pra, a buffer zone, and a no discharge zone. Policy and procedures for regulation branch compliance inspections. Are part of most permitted discharges to surface water. The ministry of mines and energy is renowned as performance driven. If youd like to receive notification when we publish something new, you can subscribe by email on the blog, or directly here.
Spatial information act 2002, and the regulations under that act, in relation to the conduct of surveys. Issue of receipt for things taken division 1a improvement notices, prohibition notices. Mines safety and inspection regulations 1995 western australian. Until recently the mining act 1978 has applied to the land area of the western australia and, by arrangement with the commonwealth, the first three nautical. Mines safety and inspection amendment regulations no. Versions of this act includes consolidations, reprints and as passed versions subsidiary legislation made under this act current versions history of this act. Description of specified activity and wfd annex i and ii operations. Regional wa briefed on building code changes department. Developed in consultation with the wa department of mines and petroleum, peak industry bodies and western australia native title representative bodies. The western australian government is seeking your comments on the proposals to modernise western australia s whs laws. These regulations are the mining amendment regulations no. Department of mines, industry regulation and safety annual report 201819. Commencement these regulations come into operation as follows a regulations 1 and 2 on the day on which these regulations are published in the gazette.