46Operation of belt conveyors

46 Operation of belt conveyors

46 Operation of belt conveyors

(1) In complying with section 14, the mine operator of a mine must manage risks to health and safety associated with the operation of belt conveyors at the mine.

(2) In managing risks to health and safety associated with the operation of belt conveyors at the mine, the mine operator must do the following—

(a) ensure all belt conveyors are fitted with an emergency stop system,

(b) have regard to all matters relevant to risks associated with the operation of belt conveyors,

(c) ensure belt conveyors are regularly inspected by a competent person,

(d) for an underground coal mine—ensure each belt conveyor in operation is inspected by a competent person—

(i) at least once every shift, and

(ii) to detect the presence of overheating, smouldering or other condition likely to cause a fire—as soon as reasonably practicable after the belt conveyor is shut down for a period.