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MDG 5002 Guideline for the Use of Remote Controlled Mining Equipment - Underground Mealliferous Mines (Part 1)
This purpose of this Guideline is to provide information to assist in the management of risks associated withthe use of remote controlled mining equipment in underground metalliferous operations. The scope of this guideline is limited to issues relating to work... Read more
MDG 5002 Guideline for the Use of Remote Controlled Mining Equipment - Underground Mealliferous Mines (part 2)
This purpose of this Guideline is to provide information to assist in the management of risks associated with the use of remote controlled mining equipment in underground metalliferous operations. The scope of this guideline is limited to issues relating to... Read more
MDG 5002 Guideline for the Use of Remote Controlled Mining Equipment - Underground Metalliferous Mines (Part 3)
This purpose of this Guideline is to provide information to assist in the management of risks associated with the use of remote controlled mining equipment in underground metalliferous operations. The scope of this guideline is limited to issues relating to... Read more
MDG 3006 MTR 5 Guideline for Coal Dust Explosion Prevention and Suppression
This guideline describes a coal dust explosion prevention and suppression management system which includes record keeping, training, monitoring and risk identification and assessment. The main risks in design, purchasing / construction, installation, maintenance, operation and incident review for prevention and... Read more
MDG 31 Design Guidelines for the Construction of Feeder Breakers
A guideline for manufacturers of feeder breakers to be used at underground coal mines in NSW. Aspects of feeder breaker design relating to safety are addressed including controls, brakes, hydraulic systems, towing procedures, signage and lighting, and noise and dust... Read more
MDG 17 Mechanical Design Guidelines for the Construction of Continuous Miners
A guideline on the mechanical safety features to be installed on new continuous miners in NSW. The guideline covers the physical parameters that will be assessed prior to approval, including ergonomics and controls, brakes, hydraulic systems, noise levels, protective canopies,... Read more
MDG 26 Guidelines for Examination, Testing and Discard of Mine Winder Ropes
This guideline covers the ongoing safety procedures related to the use of winder ropes in coal mines. The guideline covers required factors of safety, necessary testing and examination of ropes (timeframes and procedures) and criteria for discarding of ropes. A... Read more
MDG 1030 Guideline for Raiseboring Operations
This guideline aims to assist in the implementation of safe systems of work during the raiseboring of shafts, raises and service holes. It describes a raiseboring operations system that includes elements such as planning and design, contract development, site establishment... Read more
MDG 1031 Guideline for Managing Risk of an Airblast in an Underground Mine
This Guideline is intended to assist mine managers and contractors in the management of the risk of an airblast occurring in an underground mine. The scope of this Guideline includes an outline of the factors or elements that are necessary... Read more
MDG 36 Design Guidelines for the Construction of Fuel Containers for use in Underground Coal Mines
A guideline for the design and construction of diesel fuel containers in underground coal mines in New South Wales. Includes physical details, construction methods, filling and dispensing means and signage requirements. Note that the requirements for fixed fuel installations are... Read more
MDG 7 Design Guidelines for the Construction of Fixed Bulk Distillate Installations Underground in Coal Mines
Provide guidelines intended to help designers of bulk distillate installations, where supply is by pipeline, by indicating those parameters which will be considered in an approval assessment. ... Read more
MDG 9 Design Guidelines for the Construction of Electric Powered Shuttle Cars for Use in Coal Mines
A guideline for manufacturers of shuttle cars for use in NSW coal mines. Details of the aspects of construction that are assessed to determine the safety of the vehicle are outlined. Specifications provided include controls, brakes and hydraulics as well... Read more
MDG 2 Design Guidelines for the Construction of Locomotives
This guideline identifies the aspects of locomotive design assessed prior to approval for use in New South Wales coal mines. The necessary controls, brakes, operational environments, labelling and ergonomics of locomotives (both diesel and electric) are addressed along with the... Read more
MDG 33 Guideline for Design, Commissioning and Maintenance of Drum Winders Part 1 of 2
A guideline for the design and commissioning of drum winders at underground coal mines in New South Wales. Sections are included on ropes, braking systems, mechanical devices, drift haulages, shaft winders, and shaft sinking winders. Chapters on commissioning and testing... Read more
MDG 10 Design Guidelines for Hydraulic Load Locking Valves for Use in Coal Mines
This guideline outlines requirements for hydraulic load locking valves, which must be installed on hydraulic cylinders used to elevate cutting heads and conveyor booms in order to prevent the boom or cutting head falling in the event of a circuit... Read more
MDG 4 Design Guidelines for Manually Operated Conveyor Belts Tensioning Mechanism for Use in Coal Mines
A guideline for the design of a safe manual tensioning mechanism for conveyors used in NSW coal mines. Such a device requires the device to be easily operated by one person and prevented from spinning uncontrollably. ... Read more
MDG 1004 Outburst Mining Guideline
A guideline detailing the aspects of an Outburst Management Plan to be used at underground coal mines. Recommended methods of developing, implementing and maintaining the management plan are outlined. The mandatory and recommended outburst assessment requirements are included. ... Read more
MDG 1 Guideline for Free Steered Vehicles
This guideline describes the safety requirements in the design and use of free steered vehicles. Includes specific details regarding ergonomics, protection and safety of occupants, controls (including remote control), mechanical design, and emergency systems. Testing and approval procedures are also... Read more
MDG 1017 Roof Support Guidelines For Massive Strata Conditions
A guideline to developing a roof support for areas with massive roof conditions (ie. where overlying strata is stable and does not generally require artificial support). Large rock falls under these conditions have in the past caused serious injuries and... Read more
Noise Control in Mines : Guideline
This guideline was issued to promote the implementation of an effective noise control program in mines with the aim of reducing the risk of noise induced hearing loss amongst the mining workforce. It describes regulatory requirements for noise control management,... Read more
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