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Council Vision
A regulatory framework and climate that produces safe and healthy working conditions for mineworkers and communities affected by mining.
Council Mission
To facilitate a sustained improvement in occupational health and safety at mines through focused research and guidance on best practice, effective policy advice and legislation, and the development of a pervasive culture of health and safety.
Affirmation of the MHSC’s mandate and core business
The MHSC responsibilities are governed by section 43 and 44 of the MHSA which establishes the core roles and committees.
These are:
- To advise the Minister on all occupational health and safety issues in the mining industry relating to legislation, research and promotion.
- To review and develop legislation for recommendation to the Minister.
- To promote health and safety in the mining industry.
- To oversee research in relation to health and safety in the mining industry.
- To liaise with other bodies concerned with health and safety issues.
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