Minerals And Mining (Health, Safety And Technical Regulations, 2012) (L.I. 2182)
Regulation 226
(1) A transporter of cyanide shall ensure that
(a) each vehicle used to transport the cyanide is appropriate for the task and in a roadworthy condition at all times;
(b) checks are carried out before each tanker or delivery vehicle is loaded;
(c) appropriate preventive measures are installed on the tanker or delivery vehicle to prevent possible accidents or spillage during transportation;
(d) each vehicle used for the transportation of cyanide is equipped with a satellite tracking system which provides for early response in case of emergency;
(e) each delivery driver is trained and inducted for site specific off-loading procedures and cyanide first aid treatment;
(f) training and induction of delivery drivers are documented; and
(g) each drivers carries appropriate identification that confirms that driver's training and competence.
(2) A consignor of cyanide shall undertake regular audits of the haulage or transportation operations of that consignor's haulers or transporters to ensure suitability of each hauler or transporter employed.
(3) A transporter of cyanide shall ensure that loads containing cyanide are only left unattended in secured areas away from the public and with the vehicle locked at all times.
(4) A supplier or distributor of cyanide for use in a gold processing plant shall
(a) conduct detailed risk assessment of routes to be used for the delivery of cyanide;
(b) identify the major risk areas; and
(c) include detailed contingency and emergency plans in the event of an incident or accident.
(5) A person who transports cyanide for use in a gold processing plant shall transport the cyanide between the hours of 6.00 a.m. and 6.00p.m.
(6) A person who is driving a vehicle transporting cyanide shall park the vehicle in a secured place at 6.00 p.m.
(7) A person who transports cyanide for use in a gold processing plant shall ensure that the vehicle which is used to transport the cyanide has the following specifications:
(a) a double walled, leak free and watertight tank, in the case of the transportation of liquid cyanide;
(b) be equipped with leak detection mechanism automatic fire suppression system which can be activated automatically or by pressing a buttom, fire extinguishers and warning signs;
(c) be subject to regular examination and be roadworthy;
(d) be certified and be subject to pre-use vehicles;
(e) be equipped with a GPS, MDS and carry flag; and
(f) should not have retreaded tyres.
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