Minerals and Mining (Health, Safety and Technical Regulations) L.I. 2182
Regulation 518—
(1) The manager of a mine or a holder of a small scale mining licence shall ensure that
(a) refuse is not allowed to accumulate in the mine and is removed from the workings at least once a week and disposed off in a suitable manner;
(b) suitable fire extinguishers are provided at electrical installations which include sub-stations, switch houses, battery charging stations, electric winder houses and other fire hazard areas; and
(c) fire extinguishing equipment, fire suppression systems, fire hydrants and fire doors are inspected by a competent person at least once each month.
(2) The person who conducts an inspection under sub-regulation (i) shall submit a report on the inspection to the manager of the mine who shall keep a record of each inspection
(3) The manager of a mine or a holder of a small scale mining licence shall ensure that a general fire fighting drill is carried out at least once in every six months and all senior mine officials, foreman and headmen are trained in the procedure to follow in case of fire.
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36 Second Cantonments Cl, Accra
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- Website: https://www.mincom.gov.gh/
- GPS: GA-110-0371
- Telephone: 030 277 1318
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