Mining and Exploration Operating Plans Overview

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What is included at a minimum in an Exploration Operating Plan?

Detailed budget of planned operations (correct)

Environmental impact assessment

Names of all personnel in the organization

Market analysis for minerals

Who may request additional copies of the Exploration Operating Plan?

The applicant only

The Chief Inspector of Mines

The Inspectorate Division (correct)

Surface and mineral owners

What must be done before commencing operation of a mine?

Submit a temporary Mining Operating Permit

Receive approval of a Main Mining Operating Plan (correct)

Conduct a feasibility study

Notify local authorities about the operation

For how long can a temporary Mining Operating Permit be issued?

Six months Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for an Exploration Operating Plan?

Chief Inspector's approval Signup and view all the answers

What is necessary for a mine support service company to provide services?

Approval of a mine support services operating plan Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a component of the Exploration Operating Plan?

Licensing fees for mineral extraction Signup and view all the answers

Which regulation allows the Chief Inspector to prepare guidelines for the Exploration Operating Plan?

Regulation 7 Signup and view all the answers

What is the time frame for reporting an accident that causes the loss of life?

Immediately Signup and view all the answers

When must an accident be reported if it causes bodily injury making someone unfit for normal work for more than 14 days?

Within 3 days Signup and view all the answers

Which accidents require a written report to be completed and sent to the Chief Inspector?

Accidents as outlined in sub-regulations (a), (b), and (c) Signup and view all the answers

What should be done with the site of an accident that immediately results in loss of life?

It should remain undisturbed until the inspector visits Signup and view all the answers

What is the required method of reporting an accident that injures more than two persons?

Report by telephone or other quick means Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum term of imprisonment for a holder or manager who submits fraudulent returns?

Five years Signup and view all the answers

What is the obligation of the holder of a mining lease regarding financial provisions?

To make financial and other provisions as necessary Signup and view all the answers

If an accident results in an injury that renders a person unfit for work for less than 14 days but more than 3 days, when must it be reported?

Within seven days Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a specified requirement for reporting accidents?

Submission of a visual report alongside the written report Signup and view all the answers

Who must approve the appointment of a mine manager before mining operations commence?

The Chief Inspector Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the nearest inspector following the reporting of an accident?

To receive notifications in addition to the Chief Inspector Signup and view all the answers

What is required of the holder if both the manager and deputy manager are absent?

To appoint a temporary manager holding a manager's certificate Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence if the holder fails to notify the Chief Inspector of a temporary manager's appointment?

The temporary manager becomes the designated manager Signup and view all the answers

What is required of a deputy manager in a mining operation?

To assist the manager and cover duties in their absence Signup and view all the answers

Who is responsible for ensuring that the mining operations are managed in accordance with regulations?

The holder of the mining lease Signup and view all the answers

What consequence does a holder face for submitting returns tainted with fraud?

Imprisonment up to five years Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a person to perform as a shift boss or mining foreman?

A certificate of competency from the Chief Inspector Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for obtaining a certificate of competency?

Completion of a mining engineering degree Signup and view all the answers

Which age limit is set for applicants seeking to be shift bosses?

Must be no more than forty-five years old Signup and view all the answers

What action can an inspector take regarding a certificate of competency?

Endorse, suspend, or cancel the certificate Signup and view all the answers

What must the Chief Inspector assess when granting a certificate of competency?

The applicant's literacy and medical fitness Signup and view all the answers

What is one requirement for a mine manager to perform their functions in an open pit mine?

Obtain approval from the Chief Inspector of Mines Signup and view all the answers

What must a shift boss additionally possess alongside their certificate?

A Mine Rescue Brigade Certificate Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not a qualification requirement for a mine captain in an open pit mine?

Experience in environmental safety protocols Signup and view all the answers

How soon must an inspector report changes to a certificate of competency to the Chief Inspector?

Within 48 hours Signup and view all the answers

What is a reason for the Chief Inspector to cancel a certificate of competency?

Inattention or negligence on duty Signup and view all the answers

What is required for a person with no educational qualifications to become a mine captain?

Compliance with examination requirements Signup and view all the answers

What additional certification must a mine superintendent or captain hold?

First aid certificate from an approved institution Signup and view all the answers

What does one need to prove to the Chief Inspector to be eligible as a mine manager?

Possession of a recognized degree or diploma in mining or metallurgy Signup and view all the answers

What type of experience is required for a mine employing not more than fifty persons?

Two years of practical mining or metallurgical experience Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following describes a prerequisite for conducting blasting operations in a mine?

Holding a certificate of competency issued by the Chief Inspector Signup and view all the answers

Who must be part of the board of examiners assessing a mine manager's knowledge?

A senior mine official Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Exploration Operating Plan

An Exploration Operating Plan is a document that an applicant for an Exploration Operating Permit must submit to the Inspectorate Division.
The plan must include contact information for those responsible for the plan, the location and details of the concession, a detailed description of planned activities, a timeline for these activities, the equipment to be used, a reclamation plan, and a detailed budget.

Mining Operating Plan and Operating Permit

A person granted a mining lease must obtain a Mining Operating Permit before starting operations.
A temporary permit can be issued for six months to allow for the submission of a detailed Main Mining Operating Plan, which covers the lifetime of the mining operations, for approval and to receive a final operating permit.
Mine support service companies must submit a Mine Support Services Operating Plan and receive approval before they can provide services to mines.

Reporting of Accidents

All mine and prospecting accidents must be reported to the Chief Inspector and the nearest inspector.
Accidents causing loss of life, fracture of the skull, limb, spine, or loss of a limb, electrical shock, burns, or injuring more than two people must be reported immediately.
Accidents causing injuries that prevent work for more than fourteen days must be reported within three days.
Accidents causing injuries that prevent work for 3-14 days must be reported within seven days.
All other accidents involving bodily injuries must be reported in writing through the Chief Inspector within seven days.
In the case of death, the police must be notified immediately.
The site of an accident causing immediate loss of life or severe injury to more than two people must remain undisturbed until an inspector has had the opportunity to visit, unless further danger is expected from leaving it undisturbed.

Management of Mines

The holder of a mining lease must make financial and other provisions to ensure the mine is managed in accordance with regulations.
A certified manager must be appointed prior to commencing mining operations, with the approval of the Chief Inspector.
Only qualified people can be appointed manager or deputy manager.
A competent person with a manager's certificate must always be on site.
A temporary manager can be appointed if the current manager is incapacitated or absent, and the Chief Inspector must be notified promptly.
The Chief Inspector can exempt underground managers or mine captains from specific requirements.

Qualifications of Managers, Mine Superintendent & Mine Captain in Open Pits

A person must hold a recognised degree or diploma in mining or metallurgy, or an equivalent qualification, to be a mine manager, mine superintendent, or mine captain in an open pit mine.
Other qualifications include passing certain examinations, having practical experience, and holding a certificate of competency to conduct blasting operations.
A medical certificate proving sound sight and hearing and no mental or physical infirmities that could hinder job performance is required.

Appointment and Qualification of Shift Boss & Mining Foreman

The mine manager must appoint competent persons to act as shift bosses or mining foremen and notify the Chief Inspector of the appointment.
A person performing the functions of a shift boss or mining foreman must hold a certificate of competency issued by the Chief Inspector.
An applicant for this position must be literate, hold a first aid certificate, a certificate of competency to conduct blasting operations, and meet the provisions of the examination requirements.
A medical certificate proving sound sight and hearing and no infirmities that could hinder job performance is required.
A shift boss must also hold a Mine Rescue Brigade Certificate and be under forty-five years old.
The Chief Inspector can endorse, suspend, or cancel a certificate of competency for misconduct or negligence, and this action can be appealed within fourteen days.

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This quiz covers essential aspects of Exploration and Mining Operating Plans, including the requirements for permits, detailed planning, and accident reporting. Participants will learn about the documents necessary for operating in mining and exploration sectors and the importance of adherence to these guidelines.