Mining Audit Program

To encourage mining companies to follow effective health and safety practices, the QMA has set up a Mine Audit System. Companies can request an audit of their operations in six specific areas:

• Emergency measures planning;
• Compliance with workplace health and safety laws and regulations;
• Emergency measures;
• Prevention activities;
• Ground control;
• Occupational health and safety;
• Mechanical and electrical maintenance.

After conducting a visit on the mine sites concerned, the auditors produce a report with recommendations for the site managers. The company then has 60 days to submit an action plan containing suitable corrective measures.