CMR 2017 → Draft OSH&WC (Coal Mines) Regulations 2026

Same text:

Carried over word for word (or nearly).

Minor changes:

Most of the wording kept; some words changed.

Expanded:

The old wording kept, with new text added.

Revised:

Substantially rewritten.

Merged:

Folded into a broader draft regulation.

Not in the draft:

No counterpart found in the draft.

1. CMR 2017 · Reg 1Short title, commencement, application and extentSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 1Short title, commencement, application and extent
2. CMR 2017 · Reg 2DefinitionsRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 2Definitions
   What changed · 74% of the 2017 wording kept

   (a) “abandoned working” means such working as have been abandoned with no intention of working in future;(b) “Abandoned Mine Methane (AMM)” means a natural gas recovered from abandoned coal mines or part thereof; (c) “Act” means the Mines Act, 1952 (35 of 1952); (d)“approved safety lamp” and “approved electric torch” mean respectively, a … by such firm and of such type as the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, from time to time, specify by a general or special order; (e)(d)“assistant manager” means a person possessing a Manager’s Certificate appointed … holds the rank immediately below the manager and superior to a mining supervisor andan overmanassistant mining supervisor; (e ) “assistant mining supervisor” means a person possessing a Manager’s or Mining supervisor’s Certificate or assistant mining supervisor’s, appointed by the manager in writing, under any designation whatsoever, to perform the duties of supervision or control in a mine or part thereof,and a sirdar;is as such subordinate to mining supervisor;(f) “auxiliary fan” means a forcing fan or an exhausting … more faces forming part of a ventilating district; (g) “average employment” of any mine, means the average number of persons employed per day in the mine or part of the mine during the preceding calendar year, from first day of January to thirty first day of December (obtained by dividing the number of man days worked by the number of working days excluding the rest days and other non-working days); (h) “averageoutput” of any mine, means the average output per month during the preceding financialcalendaryear of the total output from all workings within the specified mine boundaries; (h) “banksman” means a person appointed to superintend the lowering and raising of persons, tools and materials and to transmit signals at the top of a shaft or incline;(i) “booster fan” means a mechanical ventilator used belowground for … gas recovered from a coal mine or part thereof; (l) “Committee”“Code” means the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020; (m) “Consultant”means a committee appointed under section 12 of the Act; (m) “competent person” in relation to any workfirmor any machinery, plant or equipment meansa person or personswho has attainedprovide(s) expert or strategic advice services involving specific, intellectual and procedural processes using established technologies, methodologies andthe ageoutcomes are primarilyof twenty years and who has been duly appointed in writing by the manager asa person competent to supervise or perform that work, or to supervise the operation of that machinery, plant or equipment, and who is responsible for the duties assigned to him, and includes a shot firer;non-physical nature.(n) “contractor” means an individual, association of individuals, company, firm, local authority or local body who provides for the services or operations in a mine on contract basis, and includes a sub-contractor; (o)“deep-hole drilling and blasting” means drill holes more than three meters in depth and used for blasting in an opencast mining operation; (p)(o)“designer” means an individual, association of individuals, company or institution … plant, equipment, appliance or substances for use in coal mines; (q)(p)“discontinued working” means such working in a mine as have … or rendered inaccessible but are likely to be worked again; (r) “District Magistrate” in relation to any mine, means the District Magistrate or the Deputy Commissioner, as the case may be, who is vested with the executive powers of maintaining law and order in the revenue district in which the mine is situated: Provided that in the case of a mine, which is situated partly in one district and partly in another, the District Magistrate for the purpose of these regulations shall be the District Magistrate authorised in this behalf by the Central Government; (s)(q)“disused working” means such working in a mine where work has been temporarily stopped, but which are accessible and include unused working; (t)(r) “Electrician” means a person duly licensed or permitted under regulation 31 of the Central Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2023, and appointed and authorised in writing by the owner, agent or manager of a mine under regulation 117 thereof, to carry out electrical work in a mine under the supervision of an Electrical Supervisor holding a valid Certificate of Competency. (s)“explosive” shall have the same meaning as is assigned to it in the Explosives Act, 1884 (4 of 1884); (t) “Exposure Action Value (EAV)” means a level of quantum of daily exposure to vibration which when crosses certain value, employers are required to take action to control the vibration level and is expressed in meters per second squared (m/s2), on eight hourly average basis i.e. A (8). Explanation: A (8) means average (A) exposure over an eight (8)-hour in a day.(u) “Exposure Limit Value (ELV)” means the maximum quantum of vibrational exposure that a workman is exposed to, in a day for eight hours, on an average and is expressed in metre per square second on eight hourly average basis i.e. A (8). (v)“face” means the moving front of any working place or the inbye end of any gallery, roadway or drift; (v)(w)“fiery seam” means a seam in which a fire or spontaneous heating occurred and/orexists in the working belowground or in open cast workings lying within the precincts of a mine; (w) “financial(x) “calendaryear” means a period of twelve monthsyearfrom thefirst day of AprilJanuaryto the lastthirty firstday of March of the successive year; (x)December; (y)“flame proof enclosure” shall have the same meaning as defined under the Central Electricity Authority (Measures Relatingrelatingto Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2010; (y)2023; (z)“Form” means a form as may be specified by an order or instruction by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorunder these regulations; (z)(za)“gas” includes fume or vapour; (za)(zb)“gassy seam of the first degree” means a coal seam … not exceed one cubic meter per tonne of coal produced; (zb)(zc)“gassy seam of the second degree” means a coal seam … one cubic meter but does not exceed ten cubic meters; (zc)(zd)“gassy seam of the third degree” means a coal seam … gas per tonne of coal produced exceeds ten cubic meters; (zd)(ze)“general body of air” means the general atmosphere in a … any borehole drilled in coal or in the adjacent strata; (ze)(zf)“goaf” means any part of workings below ground wherefrom a … has been extracted but which is not a working place; (zf)(zg) “haulage attendant” means a trained and authorized person employed in connection with haulage operations in a mine, who assists in the safe movement of tubs, mine cars, or other conveyances, and performs duties related to coupling, uncoupling, signaling, track switchover operation, and supervision of the haulage roadway, in accordance with the provisions of the Code, regulations and orders made thereunder. (zh) “haulage engine operator” means a competent and authorized person who is responsible for the safe operation, control, and supervision of a haulage engine used for hauling tubs, wagons, mine cars, or other loads in a mine, whether on the surface or underground, in accordance with the provisions of the Code, regulations and orders made thereunder; (zi)“haul road” means any passage or road, which is maintained … for plying of machinery within the precincts of a mine; (zg)(zj)“Heavy Earth Moving Machinery (HEMM)” means machinery used in opencast … machines capable of drilling hole of a diameter up to 50 mm),fifty milli metres), compacting,dredging, cutting,hydraulicking, ripping, dozing, grading, excavating, mobile water sprinkler,loading or transporting minerals or overburden; (zh)materials; (zk)“incline” means an inclined passage or road either on the surface or belowground; (zi)(zl)“intrinsically safe” shall have the same meaning as defined under the Central Electricity Authority (Measures Relatingrelatingto Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2010; (zj)2023; (zm)“inset” means a landing or platform in a shaft, and includes an excavation therefrom between the top and the bottom of the shaft; (zk) “machinery”(zn) “Locomotive”means – (i) any locomotive or any stationary or portable engine, air compressor, boiler or steam apparatus which is, or (ii) any such equipmenta rail mounted self-propelled machineryused for cutting, drilling, loading and transporthauling tub or train of tubs for transportationof material which is, or (iii) any such apparatus, appliance or combinationin a mine. (zo) “Locomotive Driver” means a person who is authorized by the mine manager in accordance with the provisionsof appliances intended for developing, storing, transmitting, converting or utilizing energy which is, or (iv) any such apparatus, appliance or combination of appliances if any power is developed, stored, transmitted, converted or utilised thereby is,this Regulations, and competent to drive and control a locomotive, including its braking, signalling and safety systems,used or intended for usein connection with mining operations; (zl) “manager”a mine. (zp) “Manager”means a manager appointed under regulation 27; (zm)Section 67 of Occupational Safety, Health and working Conditions Code 2020; (zq)“manufacturer” means an individual, association of individuals, company or institution who manufactures machinery, plant, equipment, appliance or substances for use in coal mines; (zn) “material”(zr)“material”includes coal, stone, debris, or any other material; (zo) “mine”, for(zs) “Mechanic” or “Fitter” means a person duly appointed and authorized bythe purposeowner, agent or managerof chapter IV undera mine to carry out the installation, fitting, adjustment, maintenance, repair or testing of machinery, equipment or appliances in a mine, and who is trained and competent to perform such work in a safe and proper manner in accordance with the provisions of the Code, these regulations and the orders made thereunder. (zt) “Mechanical Supervisor” means a person possessing qualification and experience as prescribed inthese regulations, appointed by the owner, agent or manager in writing, under the designation whatsoever, to perform the duties of supervision or control of erection, commissioning, repair, maintenance, decommissioning and safe working of machinery placed under his charge, who shall be subordinate to Engineer; (zu) “Mechanised open cast mine”means all excavations withina mine, adopting open cast mining method, with or without deep hole blasting technique, and using any or combination of Heavy Earth Moving Machinery, crusher, screen, stacker, reclaimer, conveyor, slurry pipeline and other ancillary machinery. (zv) “mining supervisor” means a person possessing a Manager’s or Mining supervisor’s Certificate, appointed bythe manager in writing, under any designation whatsoever, to perform the duties of supervision or control in amine boundaryor part thereof,and all premises, plants, machinery and worksisas specified in clause (j) of sub section (1) of Section 2 of the Act and the same shall collectively constitute a mine; (zp) “misfire”such superior to an assistant mining supervisor; (zw)“misfire”means the failure to explode of an entire charge of explosives in a shot hole or blast hole; (zq)(zx)“month” means a calendar month; (zr)(zy)“official” means a person appointed in writing by the owner, … includes an assistant manager, a ventilation officer, a safety officer, an engineer,a sampling incharge,in-charge, a mining supervisor, an assistant mining supervisor, a shot-firer,a dust in- charge, an overman,a sirdar, an engineermechanical supervisor,and a surveyor; (zs)an electrical safety Officer and an electrical supervisor appointed under Central Electricity Authority Regulations 2023; (zz)“onsetter” means a person appointed to superintend the raising and … and to transmit signals at any inset or shaft bottom; (zt) “overman”(zza) “Operator”means a competentperson possessing a Manager’swho is responsible for the safe operation of any specific machinery, having completed specific vocational training and authorizedor Overman’s Certificate,appointed in writingby manager ofthe manager in writing, under any designation whatsoever, to perform the duties of supervision or control in a mine or part thereof, and is as such superior to a sirdar; (zu)mine. (zzb)“permitted explosive” means an explosive manufactured by such firm and of such types as the Chief InspectorInspector- cum-Facilitatormay, from time to time specify by a general or special order; (zv)(zzc)“pipeline” means a pipeline laid or being used in a … Methane (CMM), Abandoned Mine Methane (AMM) and other associated pipelines; (zw)(zzd) “Pit top attendant” means a person appointed to superintend the lowering and raising of persons, tools and materials and to transmit signals at the top of a shaft or incline; (zze)“principal official” means the senior-most mine official in mining discipline on duty in the mine; (zx)(zzf)“public road” means a road maintained for public use and under the jurisdiction of any Government or local authority; (zy)(zzg)“quarter” means a period of three months ending on the 31st March, 30th June, 30th September and 31st December; (zz) “railway” means a railway as defined in the Railways Act, 1989 (24 of 1989); (zza) “Regional Inspector”(zzh) ‘refuge chamber’means an Inspectoremergency shelter inside an underground mine that provides a safe, sealed environment where miners can take refuge if escape to the surface is not possible due to an emergency such as fire, explosion, roof-fall, toxic gases, or inundation. (zzi) “Regional Inspector-cum-Facilitator” means an Inspector-cum-Facilitatorof Mines having jurisdiction over a geographical area in which the mine is situated and over which he or sheexercises his or herpowers under the Act; (zzb)Code; (zzj) “rescue cover” means the provision of a fully equipped fresh air base with standby team as provided under rule 136 of the Occupational Safety Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules 2025 (zzk) “risk” means combination of likelihood of a specific unwanted event and its potential consequences; (zzl)“river” means any stream or current of water, whether seasonal or perennial, and includes its banks extending up to the highest known flood level; (zzc) “risk” means combination of likelihood of a specific unwanted event and its potential consequences; (zzd)(zzm)“roadway” means any part of a passage or gallery below ground which is maintained in connection with the working of a mine; (zze)(zzn)“Schedule” means a Schedule appended to these regulations; (zzf)(zzo)“shaft” means a way or opening leading from the surface … travel freely suspended, with or without the use of guides; (zzg)(zzp) “Shot hole” means a hole drilled for the purpose of being fired after charging with explosive for effecting breakage of ground in the mine. (zzq)“shot-firer” means a person so appointed under regulation 190; (zzh)182; (zzr)“socket” means a shot hole or blast hole or part … and which is not known to be a misfired hole; (zzi)(zzs) ‘Standard Operating Procedure’ means a documented way of working, aim to eliminate or minimise the risk. (zzt)“supplier” means an individual, association of individuals, company or institution … plant, equipment, appliance or substance for use in coal mines; (zzj)(zzu) “Support” means any natural or artificial means provided in a mine to sustain or control the roof, sides, floor, highwall, bench or slope, so as to prevent falls of ground and ensure the safety and stability of workings, and includes props, chocks, roof bolts, shotcrete, reinforced concrete, masonry, packwalls, liners or any other approved system of ground control. (zzv)“tub” includes a wagon, car, truck or any other vehicle moving on rail(s) for conveying materials; (zzk)(zzw) “Underground mobile machinery” means self-propelled machinery used in belowground mine for rock breaking, drilling, boring, explosive transporting and/or charging, scaling, bolting, shot-creting, material handling, loading, grading, compacting, cutting, water sprinkling or transporting men, materials, minerals, fuel or waste including mobile machinery known by any other name; (zzx)“ventilation district” means such part of a mine belowground as … is ventilated by natural means, the whole mine or part; (zzl)(zzy) “winding-engine operator” means a person who is the holder of a winding-engine operator’s certificate of competency issued under these regulations for the purpose; (zzz)“working” means any excavation made or being made in a mine for search of or obtaining coal; (zzm)(zzza)“working place” means any place in a mine to which … these regulations and not defined herein but defined in the ActCodeshall have the meanings respectively assigned to them under the Act.Code.CHAPTER II RETURNS, NOTICESEXAMINATIONAND RECORDSCERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY AND OF FITNESS

3. CMR 2017 · Reg 3Notice of openingMergedDraft 2026 · Reg 29 · probableGeneral management
4. CMR 2017 · Reg 4Annual returnsMergedDraft 2026 · Reg 29 · probableGeneral management
5. CMR 2017 · Reg 5Notice of abandonment, closure or discontinuanceMergedDraft 2026 · Reg 29General management
6. CMR 2017 · Reg 6Notice of reopeningMergedDraft 2026 · Reg 29 · probableGeneral management
7. CMR 2017 · Reg 7Notice of change in ownership and appointment of agent, manager, etcRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 19 · probableAppointment of agent
   What changed · 22% of the 2017 wording kept

   Provided that where the owner of a mine is a firm or other association of individuals, a change – (i) of any partner in the case of a firm; (ii) of any member in the case of an association; (iii) of any director in the case of a public company; or (iv) of any shareholder in the case of a private company, shall also be intimated to the Chief Inspector and the Regional Inspector, within seven days from the date of the change.(2) When the ownership of a mine is transferred, the previous owner or his agent shall make over to the new owner or his agent, within a period of seven days of the transfer of ownership, all plans, sections, reports, registers and other records maintained in pursuance of the Act and of the regulations, or orders made thereunder, and all correspondence relating to the working of the mine relevant thereto; and when the requirements of this clause have been duly complied with, both the previous and the new owners or their respective agents shall forthwith inform the Chief Inspector and the Regional Inspector in writing. (3) When any appointment is made of an agent, manager, engineer, surveyor, ventilation officer, safety officer, or assistant manager or when the employment of any such person is terminated or any such person leaves the said employment, or when any change occurs in the address of any agent or manager, the owner, agent or manager shall, within seven days from the date of such appointment, termination or change, give to the Chief Inspector and the Regional Inspector a notice in the Form and method as may be specified by the Chief Inspector for the purpose. (4) The owner of a mine shall submit in writing to the Chief Inspector and the Regional Inspector, a statement showing the name and designation of every person authorised to act on behalf of the owner in respect of management, control, supervision or direction of the mine. (5)The statement referred to insub-regulation (4)(1)shall state the responsibilities of every suchperson and the mattersin respect of matters forwhich he or sheis authorised to act on behalf of the owner. (6)(3)Every suchperson referred to in sub-regulation (4)sub- regulation (1)shall be an agent for the mine or group of … of the responsibilities as specified in the statement referred therein. (7)(4) The statement specified under sub-regulation (1) shall be submitted within seven days from the date of opening or reopening of a mine or a group of mines, as the case may be: Provided that in case of a mine or group of mines, as the case may be, which has already been opened, such statement shall be submitted within a month of coming into force of these regulations. (5)Any change, addition or alteration in the names or other particulars of the statement referred to in sub- regulation (4)sub-regulation (1),shall be reported in writing to the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand theRegional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorwithin seven days from the date of suchchange, addition or alteration. (6) No person shall be appointed as agent of the mine under this regulation unless he or she is a citizen of India and resides in India for a period of not less than 240 days in a calendar year.

8. CMR 2017 · Reg 8Notice of dangerous occurrence or accidentNot in the draft

   Likely now in Rule 7 (Notice of accidents and dangerous occurrences) of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (Central) Rules, 2026 or Rule 75 (Register of accident and dangerous occurrences) of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (Central) Rules, 2026
9. CMR 2017 · Reg 9Notice of diseaseNot in the draft

   Likely now in Rule 8 (Notice of disease) of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (Central) Rules, 2026
10. CMR 2017 · Reg 10Board of Mining ExaminationMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 3Board of Mining Examination
    What changed · 92% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) The Board shall consist ofof: (i)the Chief Inspector, who shall be its Chairman (ex officio),Inspector-cum-Facilitator, as Chairperson (ex-officio),and (ii)five members possessing degree in mining engineering; with (a) first(a)firstclass Manager’s Certificate of competencygranted under regulation 11;4;or (b) practical(b)practicalexperience of not less than twotwentyyears in management, control, supervision and direction of a coal minemine;or part thereof; or (c)(c)at least five years’service in an institution imparting education in mining engineering at the degree or equivalent level;levelor (d) at least five years’engagement in mining research or planning, to be appointed by the Central Government:Provided that the Board shall be so constituted that it … qualifications laid down either in clause (c) or in clause (d).(d); and (iii) one member possessing degree in Electrical Engineering and having not less than twenty years of experience in transmission, distribution and use of electricity in mines, in the matter of certificates to be granted to electrical supervisors in respect of electrical installations in coal mines, and (iv) Chief Electrical Inspector or any other Electrical Inspector, as defined under the Electricity Act, 2003 appointed by the Central Government.(3) Every member of the Board other than its ChairmanChairpersonshall hold office for a period of three years from the date of appointment, or until his successor is appointed, whichever is later: Provided that,–that, –(i) a member may at any time resign his office by a notice in writing addressed to the Chairman;Chairperson;(ii) a member appointed under clause (c) ofsub-regulation (2) shall cease to hold office upon his or her superannuation orceasing to serve in any such institution, as is referred to in that clause;institution or organization;(iii) a person appointed to fill a vacancy caused by reason of the death, resignation, or by reason of superannuation orcessation of office under sub-clause (ii) or otherwise, shall hold office for the remaining period for which such member would have, but for such reason, continued as member.period.(4) A person who holds, or who has held, office … office. (5) A member of the Board other than the ChairmanChairpersonshall receive such remuneration as the Central Government may fix. (6) An InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatornominated in this behalf by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorshall act as the Secretary to the Board (hereinafter referred … of the Board shall be held as and when the ChairmanChairpersonconsiders them necessary, and unless otherwise decided by the Chairman,Chairperson,all meetings of the Board shall be held at Dhanbad.such place with the approval of the chairperson.(9) (a) For every meeting of the Board, not less … and place of the proposed meeting and signed by the ChairmanChairpersonor the Secretary shall be given to each member who is not absent from India.member.(b) Such notice shall be delivered at, or posted to the official address orusual place of residence or email addressof the member, and each such notice shall be accompanied … urgency, an emergent meeting may be called for by the ChairmanChairpersonat any time by intimating the members, only two days … subject matter for discussion at such meeting. (10) (a) The ChairmanChairpersonshall preside at every meeting of the Board. (b) If the ChairmanChairpersonis absent for any reason, members present shall elect one fromamong themselvesthemto preside over the meeting; and the member so elected shall, for the purposes of that meeting, have all powers of the Chairman.Chairperson.(11) No business shall be transacted at a meeting of the Board unless at least three members, including the Chairman,Chairperson,are present:present physically or through Video conferencing or both.Provided that if at any meeting there is no quorum … remain unchanged, and it shall thereupon be lawful to dispose offofthe business at such meeting, irrespective of the number of … consider shall be considered at its meeting, or if the ChairmanChairpersonso decides, by circulation of the papers, to every member … be considered at a meeting of the Board, and the ChairmanChairpersonmay direct that it shall be so considered but when two or more members so request, the ChairmanChairpersonshall direct that the matter shall be so considered at … not included in such list shall be considered unless the ChairmanChairpersonpermits. (14) (a) Every matter at a meeting shall be … the members to whom the papers were circulated, unless the ChairmanChairpersonreserves it for consideration at a regular meeting to be … equal division of votes or opinions of the members, the ChairmanChairpersonshall have a casting vote or opinion. (15) (a) The … each meeting in a bound-paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formand copies of such minutes of meeting shall be circulated … the next meeting of the Board and signed by the ChairmanChairpersonin token thereof. (16) (a) The Chairman,Chairperson,in addition to any other power and duties conferred upon … necessary to implement the decisions of the Board. (b) The ChairmanChairpersonmay, during his or hertemporary absence by reason of leave or otherwise, authorise any member of the Board to perform all or any of duties of the ChairmanChairpersonduring such absence. (c) Unless the ChairmanChairpersonotherwise directs, all proceedings of the Board shall be conducted in- camerain-cameraand be regarded as confidential.

11. CMR 2017 · Reg 11Certificate granted by BoardRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 4Certificate granted by Board
    What changed · 79% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) Certificate granted by the Board shall be valid throughout … extend, and shall be of the following kinds, namely: – a)(a)Manager’s first class certificate of competency to manage a coal mine (hereinafter referred to as a First Class Manager’s Certificate); b)(b)Manager’s second class certificate of competency to manage a coal mine (hereinafter referred to as a Second Class Manager’s Certificate); c)(c)Surveyor’s certificate of competency to survey the working of a coalmine (hereinafter referred to as a Surveyor’s Certificate); d) Overman’s(d) Mining supervisor’scertificate of competency to carry out inspections and duties as required under these regulations (hereinafter referred to as an Overman’sa Mining supervisor’sCertificate); e) Sirdar’s(e) Assistant Mining supervisor’sCertificate of competency to carry out inspections and duties as required under these regulations (hereinafter referred to as an Assistant Mining supervisor’s Certificate); (f) Winding Engine Operator’s Certificate (earlier granted as Engine Driver’s Certificate) to operatea Sirdar’s Certificate); f) Winding engineman’s certificatewinding engine of a type or class as specified. (g) Electrical Supervisor’s Certificate of Competency(hereinafter referred to as Electrical Supervisor’s Certificate covering mining installations) to carry out supervision, examination and duties covering mining installations as required under the Central Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2023: Provided that, after coming into force of these regulations,- (i)a First or Second ClassEngine Driver’s Certificate)Certificate granted under regulation 12 of the Coal Mines Regulations, 1957 or Engine Driver’s Certificate granted under Regulation 11 of the Coal Mines Regulations, 2017, shall each be also deemedto drive ahave been granted as anwinding engine of any type or class;operator’s certificate under this regulation;and g) Certificate(ii) an overman’s certificateof competency and a sirdar’s certificate of competency granted under regulation 12 of the Coal Mines Regulations, 1957 and under Regulation 11 of the Coal Mines Regulations, 2017, shall each be also deemedto test for the presence of inflammable gas (hereinafter referred tohave been grantedas a Gas Testing Certificate):Mining Supervisor certificate of competency, and an Assistant Mining supervisor competency respectively under this regulation.Provided that any of the certificates aforesaid, other than ana WindingEngine Driver’sOperator’sCertificate and a Gas Testing Certificate,Electrical Supervisor Certificate covering mining installations,may be restricted to mines having opencast working only, and this fact shall be endorsed on the certificate. Provided further that a Mining supervisor’s Certificate and an Assistant mining supervisor’s Certificate may also be restricted to mines having opencast working only without blasting, and this fact shall be endorsed on the certificate.

12. CMR 2017 · Reg 12Examinations and examinersSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 5Examinations and examiners
13. CMR 2017 · Reg 13Submission of applicationRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 6Submission of application
    What changed · 67% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) Notice regarding the date and place of the examination for allthe Manager’s Certificate, Surveyor’s Certificate and Overman’s Certificatesexaminationsshall be published under the order of the Board inbysuch periodicals or by any othermeans as the Board may direct, not less than sixtyninetydays prior to the firstdate fixed byof examination. Provided that under special circumstances,the Board for receiving applications.may specify any other period of notice in variance to the aforesaid period.

14. CMR 2017 · Reg 14Age limit and general qualifications of candidatesRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 7Age limit and general qualifications of candidates
    What changed · 51% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) No person shall be admitted as a candidate at any examination for a Manager’s Certificate, Surveyor’s Certificate, Overman’s Certificate or Sirdar’s Certificate unless he holds a valid first-aid certificate of the St. John Ambulance Association (India) or any other equivalent standard as may be specified by the Chief Inspector. (3)Every application for any examination as aforesaid shall be accompanied by,-by, -(i) acopy ofcertificate of age verifiedissuedby a Gazetted Officermunicipal authority or officeof registrar of Births and Deaths or a medical board constituted by an appropriate Government forthe Government or by the headmaster of a recognised school of a higher secondary or equivalent standard:purpose.Provided that in the case of a person holding a … more than one year prior to the date of his or herapplication, from a qualified medical practitioner not below the rank of a Civil Assistant Surgeon or from a Certifying Surgeon or from amedical practitioner holding at least a degree in Bachelor of Medicines and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.) and registered withwith, National Medical Commission (erstwhileMedical Council of India,India)certifying the candidate to be free from deafness, defective vision including defective colourvision or any other infirmity, mental or physical, likely to interfere with the efficiency of his work; and (iii) a certificate from some person of good repute as to the general good conduct and sobriety of the candidate. (4)(3)No person shall be admitted as a candidate to any examination for aManager’s Certificate, Surveyor’s Certificate, Overman’sMining supervisor’s Certificate, assistant mining supervisor’s Certificate, Winding Engine operator’s certificate or Electrical Supervisor’sCertificate or Sirdar’s Certificate,covering mining installationsunless he or shehas passed at leastthe senior secondary school examination or intermediate examination or its equivalent from a recognisedrecognizedBoard or University or passed a Diploma or Degree in Engineering or other equivalent qualifications approved in that behalf by the Central Government,University;and for an Engine Driver’s Certificate unless he satisfies the Board that he is literate. (5)(4)(a) No person shall be admitted as a candidate at any examinationfor aFirst ClassManager’s or an Overman’sCertificate, which is not restricted to mines having opencast working only,Second Class Manager’s Certificate and Mining supervisor’s Certificate examination,unless he or shehas obtained at least a Sirdar’sSecond Class Manager’sCertificate, which is not restricted to mines having opencast working onlyMining supervisor’s Certificateand a Gas Testing Certificate; andAssistant mining supervisor’s Certificate respectively.(b) noNoperson shall be admitted as a candidate at an examinationfor First Class Manager’s Certificate, Second ClassManager’s Certificate or Overman’sand Mining supervisor’sCertificate (allrestricted to mines having opencast working only,only) examination,unless he or shehas obtained at least a Sirdar’s Certificate:Second Class Manager’s Certificate (including that restricted to mines having opencast working only), Mining supervisor’s Certificate (including that restricted to mines having opencast working only) and Assistant mining supervisor’s Certificate (including that restricted to mines having opencast working only) respectively.Provided that the Board may, subject to the conditions specified in examinationbye-laws, exempt any person from the stipulations of the above sub-regulation. Provided further that nothing in this clause shall be deemed to debar a person not satisfying the provisions thereof from being admitted at an examination for any Certificate for three years from the date of coming in to force of these regulations, if he or she had been admitted earlier at an examination for the said certificate.

15. CMR 2017 · Reg 15Practical experience of candidates for Manager’s Certificate examinationRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 8Practical experience of candidates for Manager’s Certificate examination
    What changed · 41% of the 2017 wording kept

    Provided(2) No person shall be admitted as a candidate at any examination for a Second Class Manager’s Certificate other than an exchange Certificate to which the provisions of regulation 14 apply, unless such conditions as specified by the Board are full filledthat he or she has had practical experience in coal mine fora candidate- (a) who has received a diplomaperiod of one year after passing degreein mining or mining engineeringMining Engineeringor other equivalent qualification approved in that behalf by the Central Government, such periodGovernment or three years after the effective dateof experiencehis or her Mining supervisor’s Certificate. Provided that nothing in sub-regulation (1) and sub-regulation (2)shall be reduceddeemedto five and four years respectively; and (b) who has passeddebara degree in mining engineeringperson not satisfying the provisions thereof from being admitted at an examination for a Firstor other equivalent qualification approved in that behalf by the Central Government, such period shall be reduced to two years for FirstSecondClass Manager’s Certificate; Provided further thatCertificate, asthe experience referred to in this sub-regulation shall becase may be, for three years fromthe experience obtained after acquiringdate of coming into force of these regulations, if he or she had been admitted earlier at an examination forthe relevant academic qualification. (2)said certificate. (3)The Board may specify, subject to the conditions laid down … other details of the practical experience required for Manager’s Certificate.

16. CMR 2017 · Reg 16Practical experience of candidates for Surveyor’s Certificate examinationSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 9Practical experience of candidates for Surveyor’s Certificate examination
17. CMR 2017 · Reg 17Practical experience of candidate for Sirdar’s Certificate examinationMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 11Practical experience of candidate for Assistant mining supervisor’s Certificate examination
    What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

    Provided that such period shall be reduced to a period … a course of at least two years at an educational institution,institution approved by the board,or who has taken a degree in scientific and mining … by the Board subject to the conditions laid down in bye-laws.the examination bye-laws,(2) The Board may specify, subject to the conditions laid down in the examinationbye-laws, the nature and other details of the practical experience required for Sirdar’s Certificate.Assistant mining supervisor’s Certificate Examination.

18. CMR 2017 · Reg 18Practical experience of candidate for Engine Driver’s CertificateRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 10 · probablePractical experience of candidates for Mining supervisor’s Certificate examinations
    What changed · 21% of the 2017 wording kept

    Practical experience of candidate for Engine Driver’s Certificate.- No personProvided that nothing in this clauseshall be deemed to debar a person not satisfying the provisions thereof from beingadmitted as a candidateat anyanexamination for Mining supervisor’s Certificate for three years from the date of commencement of these regulations, if he or she had been admitted earlier atan Engine Driver’s Certificate unlessexamination forthe said certificate. (2) TheBoard is satisfied that he has hadmay specify, subject to the conditions laid down in examination bye-laws, the nature and other details of thepractical experience of driving a winding engine or as an assistant to a qualified winding engine driverrequiredfor a period of at least one year.Mining supervisor’s certificate.

19. CMR 2017 · Reg 19Number of attempts at examinationNot in the draft

    No counterpart found in the draft, the OSH&WC Central Rules 2026 or the Code.
20. CMR 2017 · Reg 20Fees for grant of CertificatesRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 13 · probableFees for grant of Certificates
    What changed · 20% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) The fee onceFees for grant of Certificates. - Feespaid shall not be refundable except wherein respect of every application forthe candidate has died before the examination forgrant of a certificate or where fee has been erroneously paid.shall be prescribed by the Board.

21. CMR 2017 · Reg 21Exchange CertificateRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 14Exchange Certificate
    What changed · 66% of the 2017 wording kept

    Provided that the Board may, subject to the conditions laid down in bye-laws, exempt any person from appearing at the examination or part thereof for the grant of an Exchange Certificate.(2) Every application for the grant of an Exchange Certificate under sub-regulation (1) shall be accompanied by,- (i)bya medical certificate obtained not more than one year prior to the date of his application, from a qualified medical practitioner not below the rank of a Civil Assistant Surgeon or from a Certifying Surgeon or from a medical practitionerholding at least a degree in Bachelor of Medicines and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.) and registered with NationalMedical Council of India,Commissioncertifying the candidate to be free from deafness, defective vision including defective colourvision or any other infirmity, mental or physical, likely to interfere with the efficiency of his work; and (ii) a certificate from some person of good repute as to the general good conduct and sobriety of the candidate:Provided that in the case of a Manager’s Certificate, the … by the Board subject to the conditions laid down in bye-laws.the examination bye-laws,(3) Fees on the scale laid down in regulation 2013shall be paid in respect of every examination under this regulation.

22. CMR 2017 · Reg 22Duplicate CertificateMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 15Duplicate Certificate
    What changed · 90% of the 2017 wording kept

    Duplicate Certificate.-Certificate. -If any person proves to the satisfaction ofconditions as specified bythe Board that he or shehas, without any fault on his or herpart, lost or been deprived of a certificate granted to him or herunder these regulations, the Board may upon realisation of the fee prescribed under sub-regulation (1) ofregulation 2013and subject to the conditions laid down in the examinationbye-laws, cause a copy of the certificate to be delivered to him or herand the word “DUPLICATE” shall be stamped acrossmentioned onevery such copy.

23. CMR 2017 · Reg 23Certificate to be delivered to the managerNot in the draft

    Likely now in Rule 174 (Certificate to be delivered to the management) of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (Central) Rules, 2026
24. CMR 2017 · Reg 24Regulation 24Minor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 16Regulation 16
    What changed · 83% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) The Board may,shall,on the report of the Regional Inspector under sub-regulation (1), authorise an Inspector, not below the rank of the Inspector whose report formed the basis of the said opinion,to hold an enquiry in accordance with the procedure laid down in bye-laws,by the Board for the purpose of this regulation,to determine whether or not such a person (hereinafter referred … the case on which the enquiry is instituted. (3) The InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorwho conducted the enquiry shall, within fifteensevendays from the date of conclusion of his or herenquiry, send a report to the Board electronicallytogether with his or herfindings, the notes of evidence recorded during the enquiry and … of the notes of evidence and the findings of the InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorwho conducted the enquiry shall also be sent to the delinquent by electronically or registered postwho may submit his or herwritten representation electronically or registered postto the Board within thirtyfifteendays from the date of dispatchreceiptof such copies.the report.(5) The Board may, after considering the evidence and other … either exonerate the delinquent of the charges against him or her orsuspend or cancel the certificate, as it deems fit.subject to the guideline issued by the Board.(6) An appeal shall lie against any order of the … Where a certificate is suspended or cancelled under this regulation suitable endorsement mayshallbe made on such certificate or a duplicate thereof issued under regulation 22.entered in the relevant record.

25. CMR 2017 · Reg 25Validity of certificate for managers and officials, etcMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 17Validity of certificate for managers, and officials etc
    What changed · 93% of the 2017 wording kept

    Provided that if the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoris of the opinion that a person as aforesaid, though … medically unfit to carry on the duties assigned to him or herin the ActCodeand in these regulationsthe Rules, Regulationsand orders made thereunder, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing, require such person to … capacity as aforesaid after the period so specified unless he or shehas obtained a medical certificate of fitness. (2) The medical … Board may specify subject to the conditions laid down in examinationbye-laws. (3) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-regulation (1), no person shall act as manager or an official or a winding enginemanin a mine after attaining the age of seventy years; in case of winding engine operator in a mine, the maximum age limit shall be restricted to 65years. CHAPTER IVIIIINSPECTORS AND MINE OFFICIALS

26. CMR 2017 · Reg 26Qualifications of InspectorsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 18Qualifications of Chief Inspector-cum- Facilitator or Inspectors-cum-Facilitators
27. CMR 2017 · Reg 27Qualification and appointment of managerMergedDraft 2026 · Reg 24 · probableAppointment of engineers
28. CMR 2017 · Reg 28Charge report of managersMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 21Charge report of managers
    What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

    Charge report of managers.-managers. -When there is a change of manager of any mine, … in a format as may be specified by the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,by a general or special order and the charge report … of the charge report shall be sent to the Regional Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.

29. CMR 2017 · Reg 29Qualification and appointment of safety officerMergedDraft 2026 · Reg 23Qualification and appointment of ventilation officer
30. CMR 2017 · Reg 30Appointment of assistant managerRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 22Appointment of assistant manager
    What changed · 56% of the 2017 wording kept

    Provided that in specific cases,where special condition exists,the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay relax the requirement ofor requirethe appointment of assistant managers.managers in variance of the scale specified.

31. CMR 2017 · Reg 31Qualification and appointment of ventilation officerMergedDraft 2026 · Reg 23Qualification and appointment of ventilation officer
32. CMR 2017 · Reg 32Appointment of engineersMergedDraft 2026 · Reg 24Appointment of engineers
33. CMR 2017 · Reg 33Appointment and qualifications of senior officialsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 25Appointment and qualifications of Mining Supervisor
    What changed · 92% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) The district assigned to an overmana mining supervisorunder sub-regulation (1) shall not be of such a size, … out in a thorough manner, the duties assigned to him or herunder these regulations. (3) For the purposes of this regulation, every person employed as an officiala Mining Supervisor shall besubordinate to the manager and superior to the SirdarAssistant Mining Supervisorshall hold either a Manager’s Certificate or an Overman’sa Mining SupervisorCertificate.

34. CMR 2017 · Reg 34Appointment of surveyorsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 27Appointment of surveyors
    What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

    Provided that in case of mines having opencast workings only, … and for preparing the plans and sections required under the ActCodeor the regulations, or orders made thereunder. (2) No person … mine, without the previous permission in writing of the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand subject to such conditions as may be specified therein. (3) The number of surveyors required to be appointed shall be on the scalescale,as may be specified by the Board:Chief Inspector- cum-Facilitator.Provided that in specific cases, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay relax the requirement ofor requirethe appointment of surveyors.surveyors in variance of the scale specified.(4) If a mine has more than one surveyor, each … co-ordination and overall supervision of survey work in the mine.

35. CMR 2017 · Reg 35Appointment of officials and competent personsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 28Appointment of officials and competent persons
    What changed · 90% of the 2017 wording kept

    (i) adequate inspection of the mine and equipment thereof;(ii) a thorough supervision of all operations in the mine; … mine; and (iv) the enforcement of the requirements of the ActCodeand rules and regulations framed thereunder. (2) Without prejudice to … of at least an assistant manager, and of an experienced overmanmining supervisorin other cases. (3) It shall be the responsibility of … to them: Provided that no person shall be so appointed as officialunless he or sheis paid by the owner or agentand is answerable to the manager: Provided further that the Chief Inspector under special circumstances may vary the requirements of this sub-regulation by an order in writing.manager.(4) Copies of all appointments made under sub-regulation (1) shall be entered in a bound-paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formwhere a list of all such competent persons shall be … on taking over charge of a mine, shall satisfy himself or herselfthat all persons already appointed under sub-regulation (1) are competent to perform the duties assigned to them; and if he or shefinds them competent, he or sheshall either countersign their authorisations or issue fresh ones.

36. CMR 2017 · Reg 36General managementMergedDraft 2026 · Reg 29 · probableGeneral management
37. CMR 2017 · Reg 37Duties and responsibilities of ownerMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 30Duties and responsibilities of owner
    What changed · 83% of the 2017 wording kept

    (b) control the risk at source; (c) minimize the risk that include the design of safe work systems; and (d) in so far as the risk remains, provide for the use of personal protective equipment, having regard to what is reasonable, practicable and feasible, and to good practice and the exercise of due diligence.(2) OwnersThe Ownershall take all necessary measures to eliminate or minimizeminimisethe risks to safety and health of persons employed in mines under their control and shall- (a) ensure that the mine is designed, constructedconstructed, maintainedand provided with fit-for-purposeelectrical, mechanical and other equipment, including a communication system, to … and a healthy working environment; (b) ensure that the machine or plantis commissioned, operated, maintained and de-commissioned in such a way … taken immediately, when manager or other officials report non-compliance with safety and healththe provisions of theseregulations or code of practicepractices,by any person. (k) ensure that the Safety Management Plan of the mine include but not limited to the provisions contained in clause (a) to (j).(3) (a) The owner of every mine shall provide and maintain a documented management structure to ensure effective implementation of safety management plan in the mine; and (b) The above document shall state the responsibilities of every person holding position in the management structure. (4) The owner of every mine shall provide adequate resources to ensure effective implementation of the safety management plan. (5) The owner of every mine shall ensure audit of the safety management plan and review the effectiveness and implementation of the same. (6)The owner shall ensure preparation of an emergency response plan specific to each mine for reasonably foreseeable industrial and natural disasters. (4)(7)Where workers are exposed to physical, chemical or biological hazards, … transportation from the workplace and access to appropriate medical facilities. (8)The owner shall ensure that- (a) adequate training and re-training … dangerous occurrences are investigated and appropriate remedial actions are taken; (e) the reporting of information and notices specified under regulation 8 is made to the Regional Inspector and to the Chief Inspector on accidents and dangerous occurrences. (6) The owner shall ensure regular health surveillance of workers exposed to occupational health hazards specific to mining operations.

38. CMR 2017 · Reg 38General responsibilities of supplier, manufacturer and designerExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 31General responsibilities of supplier, manufacturer, designer and technical consultant
    What changed · 94% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) ensure that the machinery, equipment or substances do not entail dangers for the safety and health of those using them correctly;(b) make available- (i) information(i)informationconcerning their requirement for the correct installation, maintenance and use of machinery and equipment and the correct storage and use of substances; (ii) information(ii)informationconcerning the hazards of machinery and equipment, the dangerous properties … risks arising from the identified hazards associated with the products. (iv) information regarding designed life span of the machinery for safe operation in mines. (2) A person, firm or institute who provides technical studies and consultancy shall – (a) ensure proper scientific basis to the studies and consultancy along with exemptions and limitations. (b) ensure adequate post study technical support whenever required.

39. CMR 2017 · Reg 39Responsibilities of contractorExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 32Responsibilities of contractor
    What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) establish effective ongoing communication and co-ordination between appropriate levels of supervisors, officials and senior officials of the mine prior to commencing work, which shall include provisions for identifying hazards and the measures to eliminate and control risks;(b) ensure arrangements for reporting work related injuries and diseases, ill health and incidents among his workers while performing work inthein themine; (c) provide relevant workplace safety and health hazards awareness … necessary; and (d) ensure compliance of the provisions of the Act,Code,and the rules and regulations framed thereunder.thereunder with respect to the assigned work related to the contract.(2) When deploying contractors, the owner, agent and manager shall … and their workers as to the workers of the establishment; (b) where(b)whererequired, only such contractors are deployed that have been duly registered or hold licenses; and (c) the contract specifyspecifiessafety and health requirements as well as sanctions and penalties … operations until the necessary remedies have been put in place. (3) When deploying contractors, the owner or agent shall submit the details of every contractor engaged in the mine, indicating the ownership, address with contact details, the contract awarded and a statement showing the names and address of every person working on behalf of the contractor in the management, control and direction with respect such contract.

40. CMR 2017 · Reg 40Duties of person employed in minesNot in the draft

    Likely now in Rule 9 (Duties of employee) of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (Central) Rules, 2026 or Rule 120 (Unfit persons not to be employed) of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (Central) Rules, 2026
41. CMR 2017 · Reg 41Duties of competent personExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 33Duties of competent person
    What changed · 100% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) depute another person to perform his or her work without the sanction of his or her senior official;(b) absent himself or herselfwithout having previously obtained permission from such official for the term of his or herabsence or without having been relieved by a duly competent person; and (c) without permission from such official, perform during his or hershift any duties other than those for which he or shehas been appointed.

42. CMR 2017 · Reg 42Duties of officialsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 34Duties of officials
    What changed · 100% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) Every official shall, to the best of his or herpower, see that persons under his or hercharge understand and carry out their respective duties properly.

43. CMR 2017 · Reg 43Duties and responsibilities of managerMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 35Duties and responsibilities of manager
    What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

    Provided that in case of working belowground, hemanagershall visit and examine the working on at least four … shift: Provided also that where owing to any unavoidable cause hemanageris unable to carry out the aforesaid duties or inspections, hemanagershall record the reasons for the same in the book … shall maintain, in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,a diary; and shall record therein the result of each of his inspections and also the action taken by himmanagerto rectify the defects noticed, if any. (3) The manager shall make arrangements for all overmen and other officials to meet himhim/or heror the assistant manager once in every working day for … the mine and the persons employed therein; and if he or shebe not the owner or agent of the mine, shall … aforesaid purpose that is not within the scope of his or herauthority to order, and a copy of every such report shall be recorded in a bound-paged book kept for the purpose.purpose or in retrievable and non- editable electronic form.(5) On receipt of a requisition under sub-regulation (4), the … person understands and carries out the provisions contained in the ActCodeand the rules or regulations made thereunder in a proper manner. (7) The manager shall provide every overmanmining supervisorwith a tracing, uptoup tothe date of the last survey, showing the workings of the district belowground assigned to himmining supervisorand such tracing shall, where any work of reduction or … made or kept in pursuance of the provisions of the ActCodeor of the regulations or orders made thereunder, and shall … any specific representation or complaint that may be made to himmanagerin writing by an employee of the mine as to … When there occurs in a mine any accident resulting in seriousbodily injury or loss of life to any person as specified in section 10 of the Codeor any dangerous occurrence, as specified under clause (b)section 11of sub-regulation (1) of regulation 8,the Code,the manager shall, as soon as possible, inspect the site of the accident or the dangerous occurrence, as the case may be,andbe, andshall also,either himselfalso, either himself/or herselfor through an assistant manager,manager or safety officer,have an inquiry made into the cause and circumstances attending … recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievableand acopynon-editable electronic form and a copythereof shall befurnishedbe furnishedto the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorwithin fifteen days of the accident. (11) The manager shall … been prescribed in that behalf under the provisions of the Act,Code,the regulations or orders made thereunder. (12) The mangermanagermay suspend or take such disciplinary action against any employee for contravention of any of the provisions of the ActCodeor the regulations and orders made thereunder.

44. CMR 2017 · Reg 44Duties of safety officerNot in the draft

    Likely now in Rule 21 (Duties of Safety Officer in case of mines) of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (Central) Rules, 2026 or Rule 166 (Duties of Training Officer) of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (Central) Rules, 2026
45. CMR 2017 · Reg 45Duties and responsibilities of assistant managerMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 36Duties and responsibilities of assistant manager
    What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) The assistant manager shall, subject to the orders of … part of the mine or part thereof placed under his or hercharge, whether frequented by work persons or not. (4) In … manager shall, in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,record the result of each of his or herinspections and also the action taken by him or herto rectify the defects noticed, if any.

46. CMR 2017 · Reg 46Duties of ventilation officerMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 37Duties of ventilation officer
    What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) ensure the observance of all regulations and orders concerning ventilation, spontaneous heating, fire, gas and coal dust including dust suppression and shall advise the manager, if any alteration is required in the ventilation system to ensure adequacy of ventilation in compliance with these regulations or orders;(b) advise the manager on day to day problems of … water gauge at least once in a day and he or sheshall investigate any unusual change in the water gauge and … collected at the appointed time and place, and analysed within forty-eightforty- eighthours of taking thereof; and (v) make observations for inflammable … stone dusting and the dust sampling plans and bring them up-to-date;up- to-date;(n) bring to the notice of surveyor any changes in … to the manager forthwith any such symptoms observed by him or herand shall himselfhimself/or herselftake such steps as may be immediately necessary for the safety of the workers; (r) check the fire fightingfirefightingmeasures and take necessary steps by regular rehearsals to ensure that all fire fighting equipmentsfirefighting equipmentare maintained in working order and the concerned staff are … ventilation, spontaneous heating, fire, gas and coal dust are kept up-to-dateup- to-dateand entries are made regularly in the check boards for … nothing contained above shall exempt the manager, assistant manager, surveyor, overman, sirdarmining supervisor, an assistant mining supervisoror any other competent person concerned, from any corresponding duties … (3) The ventilation officer shall maintain, in a bound paged book,book or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,a detailed record of the work performed by him or herevery day.

47. CMR 2017 · Reg 47Duties and responsibilities of overmanMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 38Regulation 38
    What changed · 98% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) The overmanmining supervisorshall, - (a) while on duty, carry a tracing of the workings of such district and shall keep the tracing up-to- date;up-to-date;(b) in his or herdistrict, make the inspections and reports required by these regulations; (c) ensure that the subordinate officials and competent persons in hismining supervisordistrict carry out their respective duties in a proper manner; (d) ensure that mining operations in the part of the mine assigned to him or herunder sub-regulation (1) are carried out as per the code of practices framed under these regulations. (3) The overmanmining supervisorshall, to the best of his or herpower, enforce in hismining supervisor’sdistrict the provisions of the Act,Code,of these regulations and orders made thereunder, and shall, subject … and proper discipline of the persons employed therein. (4) The overmanmining supervisorshall see that sufficient supplies of timber, support materials, brattice, tools and tackles, appliances, and other necessaries required for the safe working of his or herdistrict are kept at convenient places therein. (5) The overmanmining supervisorshall – (a) ensure that every air-crossing, stopping, door, brattice … order; (b) ensure that the ventilation is effective in his or herdistrict, and when brattices or air pipes or ducts are required to be used for the ventilation of the working places, he or sheshall see that they are kept sufficiently advanced so that … to send out of the mine any person under his or hercharge who infringes or attempts to infringe any provision of the ActCodeor of the regulations or orders made thereunder, or fails … and shall report such matter in writing to the manager; (d) ensure(d)ensurethat all tracks and tramlines are properly laid, graded, ballasted … gradient by hand; (g) stop the use forthwith if he or shefinds any of the ropes, chains, signals, brakes, jig wheels and post or other apparatus in use in his or herdistrict to be in an unsafe condition; (h) ensure that, … to the removal of any danger observed or reported to him,him or her,and he or sheshall see that dangerous places are adequately fenced off; (j) … are used belowground. (6) In case of opencast workings, the overmanmining supervisorshall ensure that- (a) sides of benches are kept properly … (f) adequate lighting is provided at the area under his or hercontrol; and (g) adequate precautions as laid down in these … machinery and plant are operated in safe and secured manner. (i) dust control measures are implemented.(7) The overmanmining supervisorshall – (a) devote the whole of his or hertime to his or herduties and visit each working place in his or herdistrict as often as may be necessary or possible; (b) not, except for justifiable cause, leave the district in his or hercharge until he or shehas finished the inspections required under these regulations and any other duties that hemining supervisoris required to perform, or until relieved by a duly … continuous succession of shifts, confer with the official succeeding him or herand give himsucceeding officialsuch information as may be necessary for the safety of his or herdistrict and of persons employed therein; (d) at the end of hisshift, he or she shallrecord in a bound paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non- editable electronic forma general report in the specified format on the performance of all his or herduties during the shift, including anything concerning the proper working of the mine and the safety and discipline of persons employed in his or herdistrict.

48. CMR 2017 · Reg 48Duties and responsibilities of sirdarMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 40Duties and responsibilities of an Assistant Mining Supervisor
    What changed · 98% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) The sirdarAn assistant mining supervisorshall - (a) take reasonable means to ensure proper observance of the requirements of the ActCodeand of the regulations, and orders made thereunder by persons under his or hercharge and shall, as soon as practicable, report any contravention thereof to his or hersuperior official; (b) make(b)makesuch inspection and reports as are required by these regulations, and in making such examination, he or sheshall pay particular attention to edges of the goaf, if … of the district, proceed to the station specified under regulation 129121and instruct all persons as to their places of work … precautions necessary to be observed by them; (d) if he or shefinds any person in a place other than the one assigned to him,that person,he or shemay order such person out of the mine, and shall forthwith report the matter to his or hersuperior official; (e) ensure that no inexperienced person is employed … sides of all traveling roadways and working places in his or herdistrict are made and kept secure; (g) where the height of any working place in the district in his or hercharge measured from floor to roof exceeds three meters, see … at convenient places in the district; (h) report to his or hersuperior official any deficiency in timber, support materials, appliances and other necessaries required for the safe working of the district; (i) Where(i)Whereeither of the two ways affording means of egress from … withdrawn except by means of a safety prop-withdrawer. (3) If sirdarassistant mining supervisorobserves any dangerous place during the course of his or herinspections or if any danger at a place where work persons are employed is reported to him,him or her,he or sheshall, if the danger is not possible to be removed … the place until the danger has been removed in his or herpresence or all approaches to the place have been fenced off so as to prevent persons from inadvertently entering such place. (4) The sirdarassistant mining supervisorshall - (a) take care that any dangerous operation is … prevent persons from inadvertently entering such place; (c) if he or shefinds any accumulation of inflammable or noxious gases, take such precautions as specified in regulation 166158and shall not remove such accumulation until he or shehas received instructions in that behalf from his or hersuperior official; (d) on receipt of information of an accident to any person in his or herdistrict, proceed at once to the place of accident, inspect … manager or assistant manager; (e) devote the whole of his or hertime to his or herduties, and shall not leave the mine until the end … worked by a continuous succession of shifts, before leaving his or herdistrict, confer with the sirdarassistant mining supervisoror other competent person succeeding him,him or her,and shall acquaint him or herwith all matters requiring his or herpersonal attention and give him or hersuch other information as may be necessary for the safety of his or herdistrict and of the persons employed therein; (g) see that mining operations in the district of the mine assigned to him or herunder sub-regulation (1) are carried out as per the code of practices framed under these regulations. (5) In case of opencast workings, the sirdarassistant mining supervisorshall ensure that- (a) sides of benches are kept properly … is not endangered; and (e) dust control measures are implemented.

49. CMR 2017 · Reg 49Duties and responsibilities of shotfirerExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 41Duties and responsibilities of shotfirer
    What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) carry out shotfirer duties in accordance with the provisions of these regulations and of any orders made thereunder with respect to the transport and use of explosives;(b) be responsible for the observance by his or herassistants, if any, of such provisions and of any direction … when shots are being charged and stemmed; and shall himself or herselffire the shots; (f) be responsible, when a shot has … place is adequately fenced and that the provisions of regulation 204196are strictly observed.

50. CMR 2017 · Reg 50Duties of support manExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 42Duties of support person
    What changed · 94% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) carry out the orders of the manager or assistant manager, mining supervisor, assistant mining supervisor or other competent person with respect to the securing of roof and sides and the other working places;(b) ensure placement of supports are strictly in accordance to the support plan; (c) at once report to the sirdarassistant mining supervisoror other competent person any shortage of support materials in his or herdistrict; (d) in case of use of timber, be responsible to see that woodcuttingswood cuttingsare not left in any working belowground.below ground.

51. CMR 2017 · Reg 51Duties of attendant of main mechanical ventilatorMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 43Duties of attendant of main mechanical ventilator
    What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) keep the ventilator running at the speed fixed by the manager;(b) examine the machinery and observe the pressure-recording or water gauge and the speed- indicatorspeed-indicatorat intervals of not more than one hour, and shall … a bound paged book kept for the purpose at the fan-house;fan- house;(c) immediately report to his or hersuperior official any stoppage of, damage to, or defect or … or other indicators and shall also immediately report to him or herany unusual circumstances in regard to mine ventilation which may come to his notice; (d) not leave hisplace until relieved by a duly appointed substitute where the ventilator is continuously operated.

52. CMR 2017 · Reg 52Duties of lamp room in-chargeMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 44Duties of lamp room in-charge
    What changed · 100% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) be responsible for ensuring that all lamps in the safety lamp-room including safety lamps are properly maintained as per manufacturers specifications and in accordance with the provisions of these regulations;(b) see that the safety lamp-room is kept in a … may be specified by the manager or the assistant manager.

53. CMR 2017 · Reg 53Duties and responsibilities of surveyorExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 45Duties and responsibilities of surveyor
    What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) make such accurate surveys and levellings, and prepare such plans and sections and tracings thereof, as the manager may direct or as may be required by the Code or by the regulations or orders made thereunder, and shall sign the plans, sections and tracings and date his or her signature;(b) be responsible for the accuracy of any plan and section, or tracings thereof that has been prepared and signed by him.him or her.(2) The surveyor shall record in a bound paged book kept for the purpose –or in retrievable and non- editable electronic form.(a) the full facts when working of the mine have … to the preparation of the plans and sections that he or shemay like to bring to the notice of the manager, and every entry in the book or retrievable and non-editable electronic formshall be signedsigned/ or e-signed as the case may beand dated by the surveyor and countersigned and dated by … make the entries aforesaid in respect of the workings in histheir respectivejurisdiction or of the plans and sections in his or hercharge. (3) Nothing in sub-regulation (2) shall absolve the owner, agent or manager of histheirresponsibility under the provisions of the ActCodeand under these regulations or orders made thereunder.

54. CMR 2017 · Reg 54Regulation 54Minor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 46Duties and responsibilities of engineer
    What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) subject to the orders of the manager and other superior official, hold general charge of all machinery at the mine; and shall be responsible for the proper installation, maintenance and safe working of such machinery;(b) when any machinery is shifted or newly installed, ensure … being carried on; (d) ensure that the provisions of the ActCodeand of these regulations and orders made thereunder relating to the installation, maintenance, operation or examination of machinery are properly carried out by himself or herselfand by subordinate officials, competent persons or work persons as the case may be, appointed for the purpose; (e) if fitters ormechanics, electricians or other subordinate officials or competent persons are … required to be made or kept in pursuance of the Act,Code,these regulations or orders made thereunder, and shall countersign the same and date his signature.

55. CMR 2017 · Reg 55Duties of winding enginemanMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 47Duties of Winding Engine Operator
    What changed · 98% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) at the beginning of his or her shift, examine the engine, brakes and all appliances in his or her charge and satisfy himself or herself that they are in good working order;(b) during his shift,their respective shifts,keep the winding engine and apparatus connected therewith properly cleaned … competent person appointed for the purpose any defect which he or shehas noticed in the engine, brake, indicator, drum, rope or other appliances under his or hercharge; (d) not allow any unauthorised person to enter the … way to interfere with the engine; (e) thoroughly acquaint himself or herselfwith, and carefully attend to, the prescribed code of signals and shall not start the engine until he or shehas received the proper signal to do so: Provided that if the signal is indistinct, he or sheshall not start the engine until it has been repeated and he or sheclearly understands it; (f) avoid jerk in starting, running and … are being lowered or raised in the shaft, the winding enginemanengine operatorshall not drive the engine at a speed higher than that fixed by the manager for man-riding purposes and approved by the Regional Inspector;Inspector-cum- Facilitator;(h) not unclutch the drum of his enginethe winderuntil he or shehas assured himself or herselfimmediately beforehand by testing the brake of the drum against … the said drum: Provided that when the drum is unclutched, hewinding engine operatorshall use the brake only for the purpose of maintaining … whilst persons are at work in the shaft, and whenever hethe winding engine operatorhas occasion to leave the engine, hethe winding engine operatorshall cut off the power and secure the drums with brake; (2) The winding enginemanengine operatorof a winding engine by which persons are lowered or raised in a shaft, shall not leave the engine at the end of his or hershift unless all the persons have come out of the shaft or unless relieved by a duly appointed substitute.

56. CMR 2017 · Reg 56Duties of banksman and onsetterMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 48Duties of pit top attendant and onsetter
    What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) subject to the orders of a superior official, have full control of the top or bottom of shaft or the inset, as the case may be, and shall report to such official any person who, without authority, gives a signal or disobeys instructions;(b) thoroughly acquaint himself or herselfwith, and carefully attend to, the prescribed code of signals, and shall properly transmit the signals by the means provided: Provided that the banksmanpit top attendantor onsetter shall not act on any signal, the correctness of which he or sheis in doubt, except a signal which pit top attendant or onsetterhe believes to be “to stop” and shall not allow any unauthorised person to give signals; (c) immediately report to his or hersuperior official any defect in the signalling installation; (d) devote the whole of working shifthis or hertime to his or herduties, and shall not leave his or herpost during the period of his or herduty. Where persons are raised or lowered in the shaft, he or sheshall not leave thehis or herpost at the end of his or hershift unless all the persons have come out of the … cage or other means of conveyance, to take with him or herany bulky materials other than tools and instruments: Provided that … the cage or other means of conveyance away and if hepit top attendant or onsetternotices any defect in the tub-catches, hepit top attendant or onsettershall immediately inform his superior official; (l) at any entrance … stopped at the entrance, and shall close the gate before hepit top attendant or onsetterhas signalled the cage or other means of conveyance away, … unauthorised person to remove a fence or gate and if hepit top attendant or onsetternotices any defect in such fence or gate, immediately inform his or hersuperior official; (o) keep the top of the shaft or … securely fastened to the rope, chains or bow; (q) when hepit top attendant or onsettersuspects that the cages are not working smoothly in the shaft or when hepit top attendant or onsetterhears anything unusual happening in the shaft while the winding … to the winding engineman to stop the engine. (2) The banksmanpit top attendantshall- (a) at the beginning of his shift, see that the keps are in proper working order; (b) when hepit top attendantis informed of any danger in the shaft, not allow … drug, or allow any intoxicated person to descend. (3) The banksmanpit top attendantshall not leave his or herplace of work unless duly relieved by his or hersuccessor.

57. CMR 2017 · Reg 57Duties of haulage engineman, attendant, etcSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 49Duties of haulage engine operator and haulage attendant, etc
58. CMR 2017 · Reg 58Duties of locomotive driverMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 50Duties of locomotive driver
    What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) before commencing work in his or her shift, ensure that the audible signal, lights and the brakes of the locomotive are in proper working order;(b) not work the locomotive unless the locomotive is fitted … unattended away from the place where it is housed, unless helocomotive driverhas ensured that it cannot be set in motion by … of the locomotive, the shunter shall accompany the leading wagon.

59. CMR 2017 · Reg 59Duties of cutting and loading machine driver and mechanic or fitterExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 51Duties of cutting and loading machine driver and mechanic or fitter
    What changed · 100% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) No cutting or loading machine shall be flitted or … shall put in or take out a pick, until he or shehas made such arrangements as will prevent the mechanism being … or other competent person appointed for the purpose. (5) The loading machine driver shall- (a) before commencing work in the his shift, loading machine driver shall ensure that the audible signal, lights and the brakes of the machine are in proper working order; (b) not work the machine unless the machine is fitted with sufficient headlights; (c) immediately report to the engineer or other competent person appointed for the purpose any defect which loading machine driver has noticed in the machine or any part or fitting thereof; (d) not set the machine in motion until audible warning has been given by him to persons whose safety may be endangered and also give the audible warning when the machine is approaching a level crossing or any place where any person is at work or where the driver’s sight is intercepted; (6) Thecutting or loading machine driver shall not leave the machine unless hecutting or loading machine driverhas completely cut off the power and has assured himself or herselfthat the moving parts of the machine shall not be inadvertently set in motion. (7) During loading, the machine operator shall not overload or project any material on the truck, tipper or dumper beyond the side of its body.

60. CMR 2017 · Reg 60Duties of magazine in-chargeExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 52Duties of magazine in-charge
    What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) subject to the orders of superior officials, be responsible for the proper receipt, storage and issue of explosives in and from the magazine;(b) maintain such records of the explosives received, stored and issued under clause (a), as are required under the provisions of the Act,Code,the Explosives Act,1884 (4 of 1884) and the rules, regulations … issuing fresh stock; (d) record in a bound paged book in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,kept for the purpose, the names of various competent persons … which the stipulated shelf life has expired; and (h) if hemagazine inchargediscovers any shortage of explosives in the magazine, forthwith inform the manager in writing. (i) ensure that, no fire, smoking, lights or articles or substances of a flammable nature or liable to ignition, or as to cause or communicate fire or explosion such as acids, petroleum, calcium carbide, compressed gasses or such other hazardous substances, or radio or cell phone or radio frequency operated device or any such communication system or devices shall be allowed at any time within 15 meter from the magazine.

61. CMR 2017 · Reg 61Duties of register keeper and attendance clerk, etcMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 53Duties of register keeper and attendance clerk, etc
    What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) During the whole time that persons are at work, … or is not entitled to enter the mine under the ActCodeor under the regulations, or orders made thereunder, or is … clerk shall immediately report the matter in writing to the manger.manager.(5) If after the commencement of a shift, any official … not got his attendance recorded in the register maintained under sub-section (4)sub-clause (v) of clause (a)of section 4833of the Act,Code,the attendance clerk concerned shall, within two hours after the … in writing or by other means prescribed by the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,to the manager or the assistant manager or other official in-charge of the shift.

62. CMR 2017 · Reg 62Duties of operators of heavy earth moving machineries, excluding trucks, tippers and dumpersExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 54Duties of operators of heavy earth moving machineries, excluding trucks, tippers and dumpers
    What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) inspect the machine assigned to him or her in the beginning of the working shift and test the various systems, sub- systems and protective devices, as stipulated in this respect by the engineer in consultation with the manufacturer or supplier;(b) not take out the machine for work nor shall he or sheoperate the machine unless he or sheis satisfied that it is mechanically sound and in efficient … (a) in a bound paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formand shall signsign/e-signevery entry made therein; (d) keep the cabin or engine … strictly adhere to the codes of practices prepared under regulation 110102while operating the machinery; (k) The operators of heavy earth moving machinery shall not use mobile phones, earphones, or any personal electronic device by oneself, while operation. (l)enter the condition of the machine at the end of histhe workingshift in the register or book maintained under clause (c) for necessary information of his successor.

63. CMR 2017 · Reg 63Duties of truck, tipper and dumper operatorMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 55Duties of truck, tipper and dumper operator
    What changed · 98% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) inspect the machine assigned to him or her in the beginning of his shift and test the various systems, sub-systems and protective devices;(b) not take out the machine for work nor shall he or shework the machine unless he or sheis satisfied that it is mechanically sound and in efficient … (a) in a bound paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formand shall sign every entry made therein; (d) not drive the machine under histhecharge too fast, shall avoid distractions, and drive defensively, not attempt to overtakeover- takeanother vehicle unless he or shecan see clearly far enough ahead to be sure that … and not attempt to pass the stripping equipment until he or shehas received proper audible signal in reply; (f) before crossing a road or railway line, reduce histhespeed, look in both directions along the road or railway … operate the truck, tipper or dumper in reverse unless he or shehas a clear view of the area behind and give … (j) strictly adhere to the transport rules made under regulation 109101while operating the truck, tipper or dumper; (k) enter the condition of the truck, tipper or dumper at the end of the workinghis shift in the register or book maintained under clause (c) for necessary information of his successor. (2) The driveroperatorshall ensure that the vehicle is not overloaded and that … its body and that any material projecting beyond the front orrearor rearis indicated by a red flag during day and by red light after day light hours. (3) The driveroperatorshall not allow any unauthorised person to ride on the vehicle. (4) The operators of truck, tipper or dumper shall not operate the vehicle in fog or mist without taking adequate precautions to be specified by the manager. (5) The operators of truck, tipper or dumper shall not use mobile phones, earphones, or any personal electronic device by oneself, while driving.CHAPTER VIVPLANS AND SECTIONS

64. CMR 2017 · Reg 64General requirements about mine plansMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 56General requirements about mine plans
    What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) specify the name of the mine and of the owner and the purpose for which the plan is prepared;(b) show the Geo-codes of the change points of boundary of the mining lease as per Geo-coded mining lease granted by the competent lease granting authorities. (c)show the true north, or the magnetic meridian and the date of the later; (c)(d)specify a scale of the plan at least 25 centimeters long and suitably subdivided; (d)(e)unless otherwise provided, be on a scale having a representative factor of 2000:1 or 1000:1: Provided that the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such … the plans to be prepared on any other suitable scale; (e)(f)be properly inked inon durable paper, tracing cloth or on polyester film of not less than 100 micro gaugeand be kept in good condition; (f)(g)have an abstract of all statutory restrictions in respect of … be accurate within such limits of error as the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay specify by a general or special order. The Geo-codes of the change points shall be marked on the plans and sections surveyed by suitable survey instruments.(4) The plans and sections required by these regulations shall … or rendered inaccessible, the plan and section shall be brought up-to- dateup-to-datebefore such abandonment, closure or at the time of discontinuance, … plotting, as specified under sub-regulation (3). (6) Plans and sections and digital datarequired to be maintained under these regulations shall be kept … by or with the approval in writing of the Regional Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,unless a true copy thereof has been kept therein. (7) The Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, subject to the conditions as he may specify in … or sections in variance with the provisions of this regulation.

65. CMR 2017 · Reg 65Type of plansSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 57Type of plans and sections
66. CMR 2017 · Reg 66Plans and sections to be submitted after abandonment, closure or discontinuanceExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 58Plans and sections to be submitted after opening, abandonment, closure or discontinuance
    What changed · 93% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) Where any mine or seam or section thereof is abandoned, closed or the working thereof has been discontinued over a period exceeding 60 days, the person who was the owner of the mine at the time of abandonment, closure or discontinuance shall, within thirty days after the abandonment or closure, or within 90 days after discontinuance of the workings, as case may be, submit to the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator two true copies of the up-to-date plan and section of the workings of the mine or seam or section maintained under clauses (a), (b), (c), (e) and (g) of sub-regulation (1) of regulation 57, which shall show the bearing and distance of at least one of the shafts or openings of the mine from a tri-junction or revenue pillar or from any other prominent and permanent surface feature, the position of all water- dams built belowground (with their dimensions and other particulars of construction) and also the spot levels at the ends of the workings:Provided that if a change of ownership occurs after the abandonment, closure or discontinuance and before the expiry of thirty days of the abandonementabandonmentor closure or ninety90days of thediscontinuance of the workings, as the casecasesmay be, such plans and sections shall be submitted forthwith. (2)(3)The original or a certified true copy of the plan … (1) shall be kept in the office at the mine. (3)(4)The Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, on such conditions as he thinks fit to impose, … copies of a plan or section submitted to him under sub- regulation (1)sub-regulation (2)or such parts thereof as he thinks fit - (a) … to the owner, agent or manager of an adjacent mine.

67. CMR 2017 · Reg 67Survey instruments and materialsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 59Survey instruments, equipment and materials
68. CMR 2017 · Reg 68List of plans, sections and instruments and their storageMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 60List of plans, sections and instruments and their storage
    What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) Suitable arrangements shall be made at every mine for … provide for flat storage of every plan and section maintained in physical form or secured in digital form,under these regulations: Provided that where special conditions exist the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing, permit storage and maintenance … he may specify in the order. (3) Every field book or digital dataand other notes used in the preparation of plans and … or copies thereof; of all survey instruments provided under regulation 6759with their respective type, specifications and identification numbers; and of … notes kept under sub-regulation (3), shall be kept in a bound-pagedbound- pagedbook kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,and updated whenever necessary. (5) Every entry in the book or electronic formmaintained under sub-regulation (4) shall be signedsigned/e-signedand dated by the surveyor, and countersignedcountersigned/counter e-signedand dated by the manager.

69. CMR 2017 · Reg 69Preparation of plans by surveyorsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 61Preparation of plans by surveyors
70. CMR 2017 · Reg 70Plans to be checked on change of ownership or on reopening, etcSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 62Plans to be checked on change of ownership or on reopening, etc
71. CMR 2017 · Reg 71Outlets from a mineSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 63Outlets from a mine
72. CMR 2017 · Reg 72Working shaftsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 64Working shafts
73. CMR 2017 · Reg 73Fencings and gates at outletsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 65Fencings and gates at outlets
74. CMR 2017 · Reg 74Outlets from mine partsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 66Outlets from mine parts
    What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

    Provided that if any doubt arises as to whether the … practicable or not, it shall be referred to the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorfor decision.

75. CMR 2017 · Reg 75Periodic examination of shaft, incline and other outletsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 67Periodic examination of shaft, incline and other outlets
76. CMR 2017 · Reg 76Appointment of winding enginemanMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 68Appointment of winding engine operator
    What changed · 94% of the 2017 wording kept

    Provided that this sub-regulation shall not apply to the driveroperatorsof an electrical winding engine uptoup tothirty horsepower or a steam or compressed air winding engine which has cylinders not exceeding eighteen centimeterscentimetresin diameter and which is not used for raising or … Certificate granted under regulation 12 of the Coal Mines Regulations, 1957,1957 and Regulation 11 of the Coal Mines Regulations, 2017,shall, each be also deemed to have been granted as an Engine Driver’s Certificatea winding engine operator’s certificateunder regulation 114of these regulations. (2) Where special difficulties exist which make compliance with the provisions of sub-regulation (1) not reasonably practicable, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such … the said provisions. (3) No person, other than a winding enginemanengine operatorappointed under sub-regulation (1) shall operate any winding engine: Provided that a duly appointed assistant working under supervision of a winding engine operator may be allowed to operate any winding engine except for man winding purpose: Provided furtherthat in an emergency any other competent person may be permitted to operate the winding engine. (4) The name of the winding enginemanengine operatoron duty, together with the period of his shift shall be posted in the winding engine room: Provided that where the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoris of the opinion that the duties of any winding enginemanengine operatorare unduly arduous, he may by an order in writing … period, not less than five hours, as he may specify.

77. CMR 2017 · Reg 77New winding installationsExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 69New winding installations
    What changed · 94% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) A winding engine which is shifted from one site … for the purpose of this regulation. (3) If the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,by an order in writing so requires, such additions or alterations shall be made to the installations, as hemay specifybe specifiedin the order.order within sixty days from receipt of notice in sub-regulation (1) and such orders may subsequently be issued in the interest of the safety, for the reasons which are to be recorded in writing.

78. CMR 2017 · Reg 78Construction and installation of winding equipmentRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 70Construction and installation of winding equipment
    What changed · 76% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) The(a) Every winding engine shall be housed in a properly maintained engine room. (b)Theengine shall be firmly connected to a rigid foundation and … materials can be carried out with ease, regularity and safety. (c) There shall be provided and maintained an adequate access for examination of all parts of winding engine.(3) Unless otherwise permitted in writing by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand subject to such conditions as he may specify therein, … not, in the extreme position, subtend in either direction an uniformangle more than one and a half degrees with the … winding shall, unless otherwise permitted in writing by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, be not less than eighty times the diameter of the rope in the case of winding installations installed before the 25th day of October, 1955 andnot less than one hundred times the diameter of the rope in other cases: Provided that the Chief Inspector may, by an order in writing, require that in the case of any specified winding installation installed before the said date, the diameter of the said drums, pulleys or sheaves shall not be less than such size, as he may specify in the order: Provided further thatwhere special difficulties existconditions exist,which make compliance with the provisions of this regulation not reasonably practicable, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such … such a condition that slipping is reduced to a minimum.

79. CMR 2017 · Reg 79Fittings of winding enginesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 71Fittings of winding engines
    What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) There shall be on the drum such flanges, and … point in the shaft. (5) (a) There shall be provided one or moreat least twobrakes on the drum or the drum-shaft, which- (i) if … is to be worked at a very low speed as whenwhileexamining the winding rope or the shaft. (6) Where the … tested after every adjustment or replacement of the winding rope. (9) Except in friction winders, an appropriate automatic Slack Rope Protection device shall be installed. (10) A “Dead man switch” shall be provided in the Winding Engine.

80. CMR 2017 · Reg 80Shaft fittingsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 72Shaft fittings
81. CMR 2017 · Reg 81Man windingMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 73Man winding
    What changed · 95% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) In respect of every part of the winding installation, … be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable non-editable electronic form,namely: - (a) name of the manufacturer and the year … detail that may be necessary or required by the Regional Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.(3) All entries in the book or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formshall be made and signedsigned/e-signedby the engineer or other competent person, and shall be … Where drum-clutches are provided, the following provisions shall have effect, namely:-namely: -(a) the operating gear of the clutch of the drum … 3.6 meters where a direct acting engine is used. (9) Except in friction winders, an appropriate device shall be provided and maintained at Pit Bottom of a shaft to obviate hard landing of the descending cage. Provided that the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator may, subject to such conditions as may be specified, relax the requirements of any of these sub-regulation if the circumstances in any mine or part thereof are such as to render compliance with such requirements not reasonably practicable. (10)In every shaft, the engine shall be fitted with an automatically recording speed indicator. (10)(11)(a) In every shaft, there shall be provided an effective automatic contrivance to prevent overspeedingover speedingand overwinding,over winding,hereinafter called the ‘Automatic Contrivance”, which shall prevent the descending cage from being landedatlanded atthe pit bottom or other permanent landing at a speed … to prevent danger to persons riding therein. (b) The Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing, specify the maximum speed … competent persons appointed for the purpose, in the following manner, namely:-namely: -(i) once at least in every seven days, by raising … be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable non-editable electronic form,and shall be signed /e-signedand dated by the person making the test. (d) Unless … as to be easily seen by the banksman. (e) The banksmanpit top attendantshall not allow any person to enter a cage or … indicator shows that the Automatic Contrivance has been fully engaged. (11)(12)In addition to the Automatic Contrivance provided to prevent overwinding,over winding,a point shall be fixed and marked on the indicator … remaining distance at a speed exceeding 1.2 meters per second. (12)(13)Where the only means of egress in a mine is … be capable of being connected to two separate power supplies. (13)(14)Unless otherwise directed by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorby an order in writing, the provisions of the sub- … have been complied if an emergency winding gear is maintained. (14)(15)(a) Every cage or other means of conveyance in which … part of the gate or fence does not exceed 15 centimeterscentimetresand that between any two members of the gate or fence does not exceed 25 centimeters.centimetres.Gates or fences shall not open outwards and they shall … or other means of conveyance from projecting beyond the floor. (15)(16)Not more than such number of persons as may be … top and bottom of every shaft and at every inset. (16)(17)(a) No person shall, when ascending or descending a shaft, … in any of the cages or other means of conveyance. (17) The Chief Inspector may, subject to such conditions as he may specify, relax the requirements of this regulation if the circumstances in any mine or part thereof are such as to render compliance with such requirements not reasonably practicable.

82. CMR 2017 · Reg 82Multi-decksSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 74Multi-decks
83. CMR 2017 · Reg 83Winding of materialSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 75Winding of material
84. CMR 2017 · Reg 84Winding in sinking shaftsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 76Winding in sinking shafts
    What changed · 98% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) If the shaft exceeds 45 meters in depth, there shall be provided for each bucket or other means of conveyance a detaching-hook. Provided that where special conditions exist the chief inspector-cum-Facilitator may by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as may be specified therein, grant an exemption from the provision of this clause.(3) Between the centre of the hole for attaching the … 3.6 metres. (4) Where the shaft exceeds 150 meters in depth ,–depth, –(a) the bucket or other means of conveyance, when used … times when sinking is in progress: Provided that the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing, require the guides to … examined by a competent person once at least in every twenty- fourtwenty-fourhours and the result of every such examination shall be recorded in a bound paged book orkept for the purpose retrievable non-editable electronic formand shall be signedsigned/e-signedand dated by the person making the examination. (c) Except with the permission in writing of the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, the following code of signals shall be used and … RAPS LOWER THREE RAPS TAKE UP SLACK when men are riding:ridingProvided that, any other signals shall be in addition to, … the foregoing. (d) A printed copy of the code of signals,signals in English, Hindi and language understood by majority of workers,including additional signals, if any, shall be posted prominently at … in progress: Provided that where special circumstances exist, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such conditions, as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, grant an exemption from the provisions of this clause. … in the shaft, the following precautions shall be strictly observed, namely:-namely: -(i) the scaffold or platform shall be secured to the … the order of the authorised person or other competent person.

85. CMR 2017 · Reg 85Winding ropes, etcMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 77Winding ropes, etc
    What changed · 92% of the 2017 wording kept

    Provided that the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing prohibit the use of … be maintained in such manner as to obviate accidental disconnection. (c) In(c)Incase of a doubt, as to the fitness of any … intended for use, it shall be referred to the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorfor decision. (2) (a) Except in a sinking shaft less … which has been spliced shall be used for winding purposes. (d) Subject to such exemption as may(d)No winding rope shallbe granted byused or continued in use, if its safety factor (i.e.the Chief Inspector in writing and any conditions as he may specify therein, no rope,ratio between breaking load onthe breakingload of whichropeat any onepoint therein is less than ten timesandthe maximum static load on it when the cage or other means of conveyance attached to the end of the ropeis at the lowest working point, shall be used. (e) Atpoint) is or becomes less than 10 or any other value as notified by the Chief Inspector cum Facilitator by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as he may specify therein. (e)Atevery mine where a shaft is used for lowering or … be kept in a bound paged book kept for the purpose.purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form.(b) All entries made in the book or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formreferred to in clause (a) shall be signedsigned/e-signedby the engineer or other competent person, and shall be countersignedcountersigned/e-signedand dated by the manager. (c) If in the case … test house approved by the Central Government for the purpose. (4) (a)(4)(a)No winding rope which has been in use for more than two years in case of friction or koepe winders andthree and ahalf years in case of other windershall be used for winding purposes: Provided that where the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoris satisfied that due to sparing use, any such rope … for permission to use a rope after the period of two years orthree and a half years aforesaid shall be accompanied by … of the rope, in the book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formunder sub-regulation (3), and also by a certificate as to … to the date of the application. (d) If the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoris of the opinion that any rope has become unsafe for use in a shaft before the expiry of the period of two years orthree and a half years aforesaid, he or shemay, by an order in writing, prohibit the use of … against any such order may be preferred to the Chief Inspector.Inspector- cum-Facilitator.(5) (a) No mode or type of capping shall be … white metal is used in the capping of ropes, the white metal socket shall be capable of withstand the breaking strength of the rope and thetapered portion of the socket shall not be less than six and a halftimes or greater than eighttimes the diameter of the rope forandthe size up to 26 millimeterangle of taper shall be between 3 degreesand seven and one third times in case of ropes of diameters higher than 26 millimeter.6 degrees.(e) If white metal is used in the capping of ropes,-ropes, -(i) its melting point shall not exceed 300 degrees centigrade, … white metal is poured into it. (6) Except in friction winder,-winder, -(a) every rope shall be recapped once at least in … recapping) in a bound paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formand shall signsign/e-signand date the same.

86. CMR 2017 · Reg 86Suspension gearMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 78Suspension gear
    What changed · 84% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) All parts of suspension gear in regular use shall unless otherwise permitted by the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,be renewed after a period of service of not more … factor of safety not less than fifteen shall be ensured. Provided further that in case of single point suspension gear, factor of safety shall be not less than 10 for draw bar having minimum two safety chains.(4) (a) All cage chains in general use and all … liable to deterioration necessitating annealing or heat treatment, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay by an order in writing and subject to such … particulars thereof in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,and shall signsign/e-signand date the same. (5) Non-destructive testing shall also be adopted for testing of vital components of machinery, such as drum shafts, brake tie rods and suspension gears at regular intervals and any harmful crack or flaw detected as a result of such tests shall be immediately reported to the Regional Inspector and use of such machinery or its components shall be discontinued forthwith.

87. CMR 2017 · Reg 87Precautions after recapping, etcMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 79Precautions after recapping, etc
    What changed · 94% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) A report of every examination made under sub-regulation (1) shall be recorded in the bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,and shall be signedsigned/e-signedand dated by the person making the examination.

88. CMR 2017 · Reg 88Examination of winding equipmentExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 80Examination of winding equipment
    What changed · 98% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) once at least in every twenty-four hours, – (i) the attachment of the winding rope to the drum, the depth indicator, every part of the suspension gear in the shaft, including cages or other means of conveyance and their gates, and every external part of the winding apparatus, upon the proper working of which the safety of persons depends; and (ii) the brakes of the winding engines;(b) once at least in every seven days, – (i) … rope at a speed not exceeding one meter per second; and(ii) the external parts of the winding engine, the guides and the signaling arrangements fitted in a shaft; and (iii) shaft fittings, including buntons, guide rail, guide rope and gap between cage guide shoe and guide rail, joint bolt torque.(c) once at least in every thirty days, (i)every winding rope, by passing the rope at a speed … brittleness and fracture at every such place shall be noted; (ii) general condition of the sheave, spokes, axleand bearings etc., of Sheave;(d) once at least in every six months, (i) groove and the thickness of material on tread of Sheave or Pulleys shall be checked by suitable mould and compared with the drawing of mould made when the sheave was newly installed; (ii) Non-destructive testing shall be carried out of winding ropes, vital components of winding installation, such as drum shafts, brake tie rods, suspension gears etc., and any harmful crack or flaw detected as a result of such tests shall be immediately reported to the Regional Inspector-cum-Facilitator and use of such components shall be discontinued forthwith. (e)once at least in every twelve months, the winding engine as to the condition of its internal parts. (2) The Owner, Agent, Manager, Engineer shall ensure that, (i) structural audit of head gear is carried out once in five year by an organization accredited by National accreditation Board for testing and calibration laboratories (NABL) or approved by the Government and (ii) Condition Based Monitoring (CBM) system is established and maintained for ascertaining the health of Winding installation. (3)A report of every such examination under sub-regulation (1) and (2)shall be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,and shall be signedsigned/e-signedand dated by the person who made the examination. (3)(4)If on any examination made under sub-regulation(1),sub-regulation (1),there is discovered any weakness or defect by which the … not be used until such weakness or defect is remedied. (5) The Chief-Inspector-cum facilitator may specify norms of discarding the vital components of winding installation from time to time by general or special order.

89. CMR 2017 · Reg 89Gates and fencesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 81Gates and fences
90. CMR 2017 · Reg 90Duties of persons riding or working in shaftsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 82Duties of persons riding or working in shafts
91. CMR 2017 · Reg 91General precautionsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 83General precautions
    What changed · 93% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) No adolescent shall descend or ascend a shaft in a cage or other means of conveyance unless accompanied by one or more adult males.persons.CHAPTER IXVIIIHAULAGE

92. CMR 2017 · Reg 92Haulage roadwaysSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 84Haulage roadways
93. CMR 2017 · Reg 93Travelling roadwaysSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 85Travelling roadways
94. CMR 2017 · Reg 94Tubs and their movementSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 86Tubs and their movement
95. CMR 2017 · Reg 95Brakes of haulage enginesNot in the draft

    No counterpart found in the draft, the OSH&WC Central Rules 2026 or the Code.
96. CMR 2017 · Reg 96Haulage ropesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 88Haulage ropes
    What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

    (2) Every rope which is capped shall be recapped once … which has been spliced shall be used in direct haulages. (4) For(4)Forevery haulage rope in use, a record of size, construction, … be kept in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,and all entries therein shall be made by the competent person who shall signsign/e-signthe same and date his signature.

97. CMR 2017 · Reg 97Roadway conveyorsRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 89Conveyor Installation
    What changed · 70% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) between the conveyor and one side of the roadway, there is a travelling space free from obstruction not less than one meter wide;(b) the conveyor or any part thereof does not scrape … face or roadway support; (d) in case a number of beltconveyors are used in series, safety fittings such as sequential … length of the conveyor by providing pull cord switches or anyother suitable system. (f) The Conveyor belt used belowground shall be of fire-resistant type.(2) (a)Where the inclination of the conveyor is such as to … shall be used to provide adequate protection against such danger. (b) A suitable roll back protection arrangement for belt shall be provided.(3) On every length of roadway in which a conveyor … place at which the machinery working the conveyor is operated: Provided that the Regional Inspector may, by an order in writing, require means of transmitting signals in the reverse direction also.(4) The conveyor operator and the cabin or place from … of the belt conveyor. (6) The manager shall formulate a code of practiceStandard operating procedurefor safe installation, operation, maintenance and use of beltconveyor belowground including extension of beltconveyor and shifting it from one place in the mine to another and submit the same to the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorat least thirty days before the commencement of the installation of the beltconveyor belowground; and the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, at any time by an order in writing, require such modifications in the code of practiceStandard operating procedureas he may think fit in the interest of safety. (7) In case the belt conveyor is intended for the purpose of man-riding, the manager shall formulate a separate code of practice for safe installation, operation, maintenance and use of the belt conveyor for the said purpose in a specified location in the mine and shall submit the same to the Chief Inspector at least ninety days before the commencement of the installation of the said belt conveyor seeking permission for the said use: Provided that no such system shall be put in use except with the permission in writing and in accordance with such conditions as the Chief Inspector may specify therein. (8) The Chief Inspector may at any time by an order in writing modify or revoke the permission granted under the proviso to sub-regulation (7) as he may think fit in the interest of safety of persons using the same. (9)The manager and engineer shall both be responsible for implementation of the code of practice. (10)Standard operating procedure. (8)Adequate arrangement shall be provided in the belt conveyor to ensure that it gets automatically stopped,-stopped, -(a) in case of excessive friction between the belt and … heating in the belt conveyor or in the vicinity thereof.

98. CMR 2017 · Reg 98Examination of haulage enginesExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 90Examination of haulage engines
    What changed · 94% of the 2017 wording kept

    (a) once at least in every twenty-four hours, every haulage engine, brake-wheel, rope and other appliance in use; and (b) Once at least in every seven days, every track where the haulage is effected by means of mechanical power or gravity, and every safety contrivance fitted thereon.(2) A report of every such examination under sub-regulation (1) shall be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,and shall be signedsigned/e-signedand dated by the person who made the examination.

99. CMR 2017 · Reg 99Examination of haulage and travelling roadwaysMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 91Examination of haulage and travelling roadways
    What changed · 95% of the 2017 wording kept

    Examination of haulage and travelling roadways.–roadways. -It shall be the duty of the overmanmining supervisoror other competent person to examine carefully, once at least … be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,and shall be signedsigned/e-signedand dated by the person who made the examination.

100. CMR 2017 · Reg 100LocomotivesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 92Locomotives
101. CMR 2017 · Reg 101Roads for trucks and dumpersSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 93Roads for trucks and dumpers
102. CMR 2017 · Reg 102Movement of wagonsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 94Movement of wagons
     What changed · 94% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) Before wagons are moved, persons likely to be endangered shall be warned by the competent person appointed under sub-regulation (1).effective audio-visual alarm.(3) No person shall move or attempt to move a … that the number of such wagons shall not exceed the numbernumber,which can be effectively controlled. (5) No locomotive or wagon … insufficient, unless the approaching end is distinguished by a suitable light or is accompanied by a person carrying a lamp.light.(6) No person, other than the competent person referred to … under bins or screens, nor between moving wagons and the under- structureunder-structureof the bins or screens. (7) No person shall be … be kept filled with concrete, tar, asphalt, or wooden blocks.

103. CMR 2017 · Reg 103Fencings and gatesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 95Fencings and gates
104. CMR 2017 · Reg 104Safety management planRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 96Safety management plan
     What changed · 44% of the 2017 wording kept

     (a) identify the hazards to health and safety of the persons employed at the mine to which they may be exposed while at work;(b) assess the risks to health and safety to which employees may be exposed while they are at work; (c) record the significant hazards identified and risks assessed; (d) make those records available for inspection by the employees; and (e)follow an appropriate process for identification of the hazards and assessment of risks.risks; (d) record the list of hazards identified and risks assessed; and (e) make those records available for inspection by the employees.(2) (a)The owner, agent and manager of every mine, after consulting the safety committeemine shall identify control measures against each identified hazard, with priority in descending order as below: (i) Elimination control (ii) Substitution control (iii) Engineering control (iv) Administrative control (v) Personal protective equipment (b) The owner, agent and manager of every mine shall also ensure that effectivenessof the mineexisting control measures are monitoredand Internal Safety Organisation, shall determine all measures necessary to- (a) eliminate any recorded risk; (b) control the risk at source; (c) minimise the risk;reviewed periodicallyand (d) in so far as the risk remains, (i) provide for personal protective equipment; and (ii) institute a program to monitor the risk to which employees may be exposed.appropriate corrective actions are taken.(3) Based on the identified hazards and risks,risk analysis,the owner, agent and manager of every mine shall prepare an auditableadocument called “Safety Management Plan”, that forms part of the overall management andincludes organisational structure, planning, activities, responsibilities, practices, procedures, processes and resources for developing, implementing, achieving, reviewing and maintaining a safetyoccupational safety, healthand health policy of a company. It shall be the duty of the owner, agent and manager to implement the measures determined necessary and containedsafe working conditionsin the Safety Management Plan for achieving the objectives set out in sub- regulation (2) in the order in which the measures are listed in the said sub-regulation. (5)mines. (4)The Safety Management Plan shall contain- (a) defined mine safety and health policy of the company; (b) acompany in consistent with applicable provisions of the Code; (b )plan to implement the policy; (c) how the mine or mines intendto develop capabilities to implement andachieve the objective of thepolicy; (c) scheme of mining;(d) Hazard Management Plans (HMPs) for each identified hazard including Principal Hazard Management Plans (PHMPs) forprincipal hazard management plans;hazards;(e) standardStandardoperating procedures;procedures (SOPs) for all activities and operations having potential to cause harm to health and safety of persons;(f) ways to measure, monitor and evaluate performance of the safety management plan and to correct matters that do not conform with the safety management plan;incorporates necessary changes.(g) a plan to regularlyperiodicallyreview at an interval not exceeding twelve months and/or when significant changes occur in the mineand continually improve the safety management plan; (h) a plan to reviewupdatethe safety management plan if significant changes occur; and (i) details of involvement of mine workers in its development and application. (6) The owner, agent and manager of every mine shall periodically review the hazards identified and risks assessed, to determine whether further elimination, control and minimisation of risk is possible and consult with the safety committee on review. (7)accordingly. (5)The owner, agent or manager of every mine shall submit a copy of the Safety Management PlanPlan, duly signed by the owner,to the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorwho may, at any time by an order in writing, require such modifications in the plan as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein. (8)(6)The owner, agent and manager of every mine shall be responsible for effectiveimplementation of the Safety Management Plan.

105. CMR 2017 · Reg 105Manual opencast workingMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 97Manual opencast working
     What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

     (a) the sides shall be sloped at an angle of safety not exceeding 45 degrees from the horizontal or such other angle as the Regional Inspector-cum-Facilitator may permit by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as he may specify therein; or (b) the sides shall be kept benched and the height of any bench shall not exceed 1.5 meters and the breadth thereof shall not be less than the height:Provided that the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such … not be less than the height: Provided that the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such … cause or permit such undercutting as to cause any overhanging.

106. CMR 2017 · Reg 106Mechanised opencast workingExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 98Mechanised opencast working
     What changed · 83% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) Before starting a mechanised opencast working,(i)the owner and agent of the mine shall ensure thatarrange to conduct a scientific study ofthe mine, including its method of working, ultimate pit slope, dump slope and monitoring of slope stability, has been planned, designedin order to plan, designand worked as determined bywork the mine in safe manner. (ii) Based on the recommendations of the aforesaid scientific study, the owner, agent or manager shall preparea scientific studydetailed scheme of mining, covering method of work, mechanization, pitand dump configuration, backfilling if any, system of monitoring of pit and dump slopes, haul road design and other applicable parameters, and submit a notice along witha copy of the report ofscheme, at least sixty days prior to start the work in accordance with the scheme, to the Chief Inspector- cum-Facilitator and regional inspector cum facilitator, who may permit with or withoutsuch study has been kept availablemodification,in the office of the mine:writing, as may be specified therein:Provided that in case of mines where such a studyscheme of mininghas not been made,made and submitted,it shall be the responsibility of the owner and agent to get the said study madescheme prepared and submit to the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator and regional inspector cum facilitator,within one year from the date of coming into force of these regulations. (3)regulations, who may accept or require such modifications in the scheme, by order in writing, as may be specified therein. (iii)The owner, agent and manager of every mechanised opencast minesmineshall ensure that the recommendations made in the report of scientific study referred to in clause (i) of thesub-regulation (2)(1)are complied with. (4)with and workings and operations in the mine strictly adhere to the scheme or modified scheme of mining, as referred in clause (ii) of the sub-regulation (1), as the case may be. (2) The Scientific study referred to in clause (i) of the sub-regulation (1) and the scheme of mining as mentioned referred in clause (ii) of the sub-regulation (1) shall be reviewed time to time and whenever there is a major change in method of workings, mechanization, geo-mining condition, identification of any new hazards in the mine. (3)The height of the benches in overburden consisting of alluvial … be less than three times the height of the bench. (5)(4)The height of benches in coal and overburden of rock formation other than that mentioned in sub- regulation (4)sub-regulation (3)shall not be more than the digging height or reach … or (c) the height of the bench, whichever is more. (5) No extraction of belowground developed pillar by opencast method shall be commenced, conducted or carried out except with the prior permission in writing of the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator and in accordance with such conditions as may be specified therein.(6) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-regulations (2), (4) and (5),this regulation,the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such … therein, require or permit the height and width of benches or any other conditionin variance with theaforesaid.

107. CMR 2017 · Reg 107ReclamationNot in the draft

     No counterpart found in the draft, the OSH&WC Central Rules 2026 or the Code.
108. CMR 2017 · Reg 108Spoil-banks and dumpsExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 100Spoil-banks and dumps
     What changed · 92% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) The slope of a spoil bank shall be determined … bank has been recommended as a result of a scientific study by any scientific agency or institution, having expertise in slope stability,study,the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, permit a steeper slope of the spoil bank. (3) … shall not exceed 1 vertical to 1.5 horizontal. (5) The spoil-bank or dump in an opencast mine shall be planned, designed and maintained as per the recommendations of the scientific study and the scheme of mining referred to in sub-regulation (1) of regulation (98): Provided that thetoe of aan externalspoil-bank or dumpshall not be extended closerto any point within 100ma distanceof aone and half times the height of the spoil-bank or dump or 100m, whichever is more, from themine opening,excavationrailway or other public works, public road or building or other permanent structure not belonging to the owner.owner; Provided further that the toe of an of internal dump or spoil bank shall not be extended closer to any point within 200m of the active mine working or a distance twice the height of the dump or spoil bank, whichever is more; Provided also that the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator may, by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as may be specified therein, require or permit the toe of dump or spoil bank to be extended in variance with the aforesaid provisions.(6) In case of rehandling of spoil bank or dump in an opencast mine, the owner, Agent or Manager shall not less than 60 days before starting of work, submit a detailed scheme of rehandling of spoil bank or dump, to the Chief Inspector- cum-Facilitator and the Regional Inspector-Cum- Facilitator; and work shall be commenced or carried only in accordance with such conditions as the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator may specify by order in writing. (7)A suitable fence shall be erected between any railway or … an active spoil bank so as to prevent unauthorised persons fromapproaching the spoil-bank. (8)No person shall approach or be permitted to approach the … be endangered from material sliding or rolling down the face. (8)(9)Adequate precautions shall be taken to prevent failure of slopes of the spoil banks or dumps.

109. CMR 2017 · Reg 109Transport rulesRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 101Transport rules
     What changed · 67% of the 2017 wording kept

     Provided that in mines where such machinery are already in use, the aforesaid transport rules shall be framed and enforced within ninety days from the date of coming into force of these regulations.(2) The manager shall hand over copies of the transport … and such officials shall each be responsible for securing effective compliancewithcompliance withthe provisions of the transport rules, and no mine or part of a mine shall be worked in contravention thereof.

110. CMR 2017 · Reg 110Codes of practiceRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 102Codes of practice
     What changed · 66% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) The codes of practice shall be framed with due regard to the type, size and capacity of the machinery or operation in use or proposed for useand prevailing local conditions and a copy of the same shall be submitted to the Regional Inspector, who may at any time, by an order in writing, require such modifications in the codes as he may specify therein: Provided that in mines where such machinery are already in use or operations in practice, the said codes of practice shall be framed and enforced within ninety days from the date of coming into force of these regulations.conditions.(3) The codes of practices, inter alia, shall provide for–for(a) safestandardoperating procedures for the machinery or operation to which it … testing of the machinery before first use after erection, installation, re- installation,re-installation,modification, alteration, maintenance or repair; (c) schedule and nature of … to concerned officials and persons and ensure effective enforcement thereof. (5) A(5)Acopy of the codescodeof practicepracticesframed under sub-regulation (3) shall always be kept in the office of the mine and also at respective places of such operation or machinery.

111. CMR 2017 · Reg 111Development workSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 103Development work
112. CMR 2017 · Reg 112Depillaring operationsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 104Depillaring operations
113. CMR 2017 · Reg 113Extraction of Coal by method other than bord and pillar systemSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 105Development and extraction of Coal by method other than bord and pillar system
114. CMR 2017 · Reg 114SavingSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 106Saving
115. CMR 2017 · Reg 115Roads and working placesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 107Roads and working places
     What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) Necessary arrangements shall be made to prevent premature collapse … or remedy any such collapse which may occur. (3) Whenever crushcrushingof pillars or any symptom of an impending collapse other than ordinarily caused by pillar extraction is detected, the manager shall inform the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorforthwith.

116. CMR 2017 · Reg 116Powers of InspectorsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 108Powers of Inspector-cum-facilitator
117. CMR 2017 · Reg 117Pointing out of contraventions during inspectionsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 109Pointing out of contraventions during inspections
     What changed · 84% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) The Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror the InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormaking the entry of the contraventions in the register referred to in sub-regulation (1) shall duly sign such entries with date, and take a carboncopy of the entries for his record: Provided that the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror the InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorneed not enter such contraventioncontravention,which require confirmation after a survey or further examination, and … the contravention, if confirmed, and also any other contraventions which were, by inadvertence,werenot entered in the said register: Provided further that an … limit the duties or obligations of a person under the ActCodeor the regulations, rules, bye-laws or orders made thereunder. (3) … that entry; and (b) a copy thereof shall be displayed within one day of the date of such entryimmediatelyon the notice board of the mine for not less … days from the date of the entry, to the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror the InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorwho made the entry with remarks thereon showing the action … date on which such action was taken. (5) The register shall– (a)shallbe kept available for inspection in the office of the … after the date of making of the last entry in it; and (b) not be removed therefrom before the expiry of the said period, except by or with the previous approval in writing of the Regional Inspector.it.

118. CMR 2017 · Reg 118Multi-section and contiguous workingSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 110Multi-section and contiguous working
119. CMR 2017 · Reg 119Working under railways and roads, etcSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 111Working under railways and roads, etc
120. CMR 2017 · Reg 120Protective work before a mine is closedMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 112Protective work before a mine is closed
     What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) If the owner fails to construct such protective works within the time specified in the order referred to in sub-regulation (1), the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay get the work executed by any other agency, and the cost thereof, as certified by the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,shall be defrayed by the owner of the mine and recoverable from him as an arrear of land revenue. (3) Until the protective workworkshave been constructed to the satisfaction of the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,the means of entering the mine at not less than two entrances shall be kept intact and in working order.

121. CMR 2017 · Reg 121Working near mine boundaries in belowground minesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 113Working near mine boundary in belowground mine
     What changed · 95% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) No working shall be made within a distance equal to half the distance as specified in column (5) of table under sub-regulationsub- regulation(4) of regulation 111,103, unless otherwise permitted in writing by Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitatorcorresponding to the depth of the seam being worked, of … by the owner of an adjacent mine until such time asa binding agreement has been reached as to the correct boundary or the questionmatterhas been finally determined by a court of law: Provided … distance than what is laid down herein above, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing, require the owner to construct such protective works within such time as hemay specifybe specifiedin the order. (3)3.Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-regulation (2), the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, permit or require to extend or restrict the working of any mine or part thereof in variance with the provisions of this regulation.

122. CMR 2017 · Reg 122Working near mine boundaries in opencast minesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 114Working near mine boundary in opencast mine
123. CMR 2017 · Reg 123Strata Control and Monitoring PlanMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 115Strata Control and Monitoring Plan
     What changed · 89% of the 2017 wording kept

     (b) The owner, agent and manager shall submit a copy of the Strata Control and Monitoring Plan (SCAMP) to the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorwho may, at any time by an order in writing, … place the type and specifications of supports and their intervals: Provided that in respect of a mine where development operations are already in progress, the support plan shall be framed and enforced within thirty days of the date of coming into force of these regulations.(3) The manager shall, at least thirty days before the … the support plan framed under sub-regulation (2) to the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorwho may at any time, by an order in writing, … conspicuous places in the mine. (5) The manager and such supervisingofficials shall be responsible for securing effective compliance with the … (8) The owner, agent or manager shall formulate and implement a code ofstanding orders specifying – (a) the(a)thesystem and the organisation for procurement and supply of supports … where these are required to be readily available for use; (b) the(b)themethod of handling including dismantling and assembling where necessary and … face and from the face line to their new site; (c) the(c)thesystem and the organisation for maintenance and checking of supports, … and re-erecting dislodged supports, including the use of appropriate tools; (d) the(d)thepanel of competent persons for engagement as substitutes in the event of a regular supportsmansupport personsor dresser absenting from duty; and (e) the(e)themanner of making all concerned persons such as loaders, dressers, supportsmen,support persons,shortfirers, sirdars, overmenassistant mining supervisors, mining supervisorsand assistant managers including persons empanelled for engagement as substitute supportsmansupport personor dresser fully conversant with the support plan and the codes ofstanding orders under this sub-regulation and under regulation 129122and the nature of work to be performed by each in that behalf.

124. CMR 2017 · Reg 124Setting of supportSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 116Setting of support
125. CMR 2017 · Reg 125Withdrawal of supportsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 117Withdrawal of supports
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     (2) The orders referred to in sub-regulation (1) shall cover … with the operations; and (f) supervision during withdrawal of supports. (g) any other site specific parameter or conditions, as manager may be think fit may be incorporated.(3) In every mine where powered supports are used, it … approved, with or without any necessary amendment by the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorbefore implementation.

126. CMR 2017 · Reg 126Provision of roof canopies or cabsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 118Provision of roof canopies or cabs
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     (2) The cabin or seat of the operator provided in … sight in front as well as at rear of the machine without involving any constraint or strain.machine.

127. CMR 2017 · Reg 127Steep workingSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 119Steep working
128. CMR 2017 · Reg 128Fencings and gatesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 120Fencings and gates
129. CMR 2017 · Reg 129Examination by sirdarsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 121Examination by assistant mining supervisors
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     (2) The mine or district assigned to a sirdaran assistant mining supervisoror other competent person shall not be of such a size, nor shall any additional duties other than hisassistant mining supervisorduties under these regulations be such as to be likely to prevent himassistant mining supervisorfrom carrying out in a throughthoroughmanner the duties prescribed for himassistant mining supervisorunder these regulations, and if any doubt arises as to the foregoing, it shall be referred to the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorfor decision. (3) At the entrance to every mine or … employed in the district in any one shift. (5) The sirdarassistant mining supervisoror other competent person accompanied by such assistants as may … inspect every part of the mine or district assigned to him,assistant mining supervisor,in which persons have to work or pass during the … apparatus for detecting carbon monoxide gas approved by the Chief Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.(7) In case of opencast workings, the sirdarassistant mining supervisorshall pay attention to overhangs, undercuts, presence of loose stone, … of personal protective equipment and condition of dumps. (8) The sirdarassistant mining supervisoror other competent person shall, at the completion of histheshift, record without delay the result of hishis/herinspections in a bound paged book in the format specified for the purpose or in retrievable and non- editable electronic formand every such report shall be an accurate report of the inspections and shall include the following, namely :- (a) thenamely: - (a)thedetails referred to in sub-regulation (5) and (7); (b) the(b)thenumber of persons working under his charge; (c) such(c)suchinstructions for the purposes of securing the safety of the … and (d) the date and time of the inspections, the signaturesignature/e-signatureof the sirdarassistant mining supervisoror other competent person, and the date and time when … have entire charge of the shaft bottom and shall, in hishis/hershift, remain in the shaft while persons are at work … the shaft at the end of the shift and if hishis/hershift is succeeded immediately by another shift, heassistant mining supervisorshall not leave the bottom of the shaft until after the descent of hishis/herreliever of the succeeding shift; and (c) after each round … remove all loose pieces before persons are allowed to descend.

130. CMR 2017 · Reg 130Avoidance of dangersMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 122Avoidance of dangers
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     (2) The competent person shall also immediately inform the manager … the fact in the bound paged book kept for the purpose.purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form.(3) The manager shall make, or cause to be made … delay in a bound paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formand shall be signedsigned/e-signedand dated by the person who made the examination. (5) … of suspension. (6) Notwithstanding anything contained in these regulations – (a) where(a)wherethe danger arises from the presence of inflammable or noxious gas, the provisions of regulation 166158shall apply; and (b) where(b)wherein any part of a mine the appearance of smoke … has or may have broken out, the provisions of regulation 138130shall apply.

131. CMR 2017 · Reg 131Working at heightRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 123Working at height
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     (2) When a plant, machinery, workshop or any other shed … (3) Every person permitted to work at height shall be providedprovided, free of cost,with safety belt,belt or other suitable deviceof the type and standard suitable for the nature of work to be performed by him and approved bythe Chief Inspector.person.(4) Where it is required to work at heights involving … of adequate and suitable design and strength shall be provided. (5)The stage or working platform referred to in sub-regulation (4) … falls. (6) A safety net of adequate strength and design or other suitable deviceshall also be provided immediately below every working place so … of injuries to persons falling from working at heights is completelyeliminated. (7) A code of safe practicesStandard operating procedureshall be framed by the manager and shall beimplemented under the supervision and control of a competent person … safety precautions while executing such work in the mine. (8) No untrained and inexperiencedEveryperson or contractorengaged for the execution of work involving working at heightsshall be engaged for execution of anyduly trained insuch work and shall possess adequate experiencein the performance of such work. (9) Where any work in amine which involvesinvolvingworking at heights and the dangers associated therewith. (9) Ahazards incidental thereto is undertaken, the manager shall ensure that asystem of check listcheck-listsand issuingissuanceof work permit shall be maintained by the agentpermits is establishedand manager where any such work in the mine which involves working at heights and the dangers associated therewith is undertaken.maintained.

132. CMR 2017 · Reg 132General precautionsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 124General precautions
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     (2) Every person shall- (a) carefully examine his or herworking place before commencing work and also at intervals during … and one of them is in-charge, the examination required under sub-regulationsub- regulation(2) shall be made by the person in-charge. (4) Every … edge to the back is not less than 0.35 meter. Explanation.- For the purposes of this sub-regulation, gang-planks used for loading purposes shall not be deemed to be part of a footpath, provided that every gang-plank shall be so inclined or constructed as to give a secure foot-hold.(7) No person shall be employed to lift, carry or … to cause bodily injury or injury to health of that person and in case of any doubt as to whether risk of bodily injury or injury to health is involved, it shall be referred to the Chief Inspector for decision.person.(8) Every person shall ensure that tools, wood, stones, or … remote part of a mine where, if any accident occurred hethe personswould not soon be discovered or assisted. (10) No inexperienced person shall be employed in the mine for any work whereby he or she orother persons can be seriously endangered except under the supervision and guidance of an experienced person. CHAPTER XIXPRECAUTIONS AGAINST DANGERS FROM FIRE, DUST, GAS AND WATER

133. CMR 2017 · Reg 133Classification of coal seams according to their degree of gassinessSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 125Classification of coal seams according to their degree of gassiness
134. CMR 2017 · Reg 134General precautions against fireSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 126General precautions against fire
135. CMR 2017 · Reg 135Surface precautions against fireSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 127Surface precautions against fire
136. CMR 2017 · Reg 136Underground precautions against fireSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 128Underground precautions against fire
137. CMR 2017 · Reg 137Precaution against spontaneous heatingSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 129Precaution against spontaneous heating
138. CMR 2017 · Reg 138Precautions after a fire has broken outMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 130Precautions after a fire has broken out
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     (2) No person, other than those required for dealing with … recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formand shall be signed or e-signed as the case may beand dated by the person making the examination: Provided that the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, permit the employment in the mine of persons other … means of detecting carbon monoxide gas approved by the Chief Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.(4) During the whole time that any work of dealing … shall be kept available, at or near all places belowground: (i) adequate(i)adequatenumber of self-rescuers and at least two smoke helmets or other suitable apparatus, approved by the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,for use in emergency; (ii) an(ii)anapparatus for detecting carbon monoxide gas approved by the Chief Inspector;Inspector-cum-Facilitator;and (iii) a(iii)aflame safety lamp or other means of detecting carbon dioxide gas and oxygen deficiency, approved by the Chief Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.(5) The manager of every mine shall prepare and establish implementa detailed schemeplanfor- (a) the(a)theprovision and maintenance of suitable fire-fighting arrangements; (b) the(b)theprevention, detection, dealing and control of any heating or fire; (c) the(c)theexamination and maintenance of the protective measures taken to control or isolate a fire or heating; (d) ensuring(d)ensuringsafety of persons engaged in the said operations, and the scheme shall be suitably modified and kept updated as the situation warrants.

139. CMR 2017 · Reg 139Equipment for fire-fightingMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 131Equipment of firefighting
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     (b) fire(b)firestations with suitable supply of fire-fighting equipment shall be established and kept maintained at convenient points, both on surface and belowground; (c) sufficient(c)sufficientsupply of sand or incombustible material and suitable portable fire … battery charging station; (iv) on every track-mounted and trackless locomotive, self propelledself-propelledmanriding car and personnel carrier; (v) each permanent and temporary … of fire risk as may be specified by the manager; (d) every(d)everyheavy earth moving machinery used in opencast workings shall be … sufficient if semi-automatic type fire suppression system has been provided; (e) specially(e)speciallydesigned water foam spray, deluge systems or dry chemicals shall … (2), (3) or (4) shall prohibit the use belowground of fire- extinguishersfire-extinguishersgiving off carbon dioxide when operated. (5) All types of fire fightingfirefightingand fire suppression systems including automatic fire detection and suppression … on surface as well as belowground shall be of such type, standardtypeand make,standard,as approved by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorby a general or special order. (6) A competent person … immediately remedied. (7) A report of every examination made under sub-regulaionsub-Regulation(6) shall be made in a bound-paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,duly signed or e-signed as the case may beand dated by the person making the examination.

140. CMR 2017 · Reg 140Organisation for fire fightingMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 132Organisation for firefighting
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     (2) Sufficient number of plans shall be prepared showing the fire fightingfirefightingequipment including the water mains, taps, fire-stations, pumping stations, ventilation system and escape route alongwithalong withcontaining such other information as may be useful for the … shall be trained in the use of fire-extinguishers and in fire fightingfirefightingand such persons shall be made familiar with the position of all fire fightingfirefightingequipment provided in the mine in general and near their … of every mine shall, with the approval of the Regional Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,frame standing orders containing the procedures that may be adopted … of personnel from the mine and for the conduct of fire fightingfirefightingoperation.

141. CMR 2017 · Reg 141Apparatus for testing for carbon monoxideMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 133Apparatus for testing for carbon monoxide
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     Apparatus for testing for carbon monoxide.–monoxide. –In every belowground mine there shall be kept at the mine constantly available for use suitable type ofapparatus approved by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorfor detecting carbon monoxide gas.

142. CMR 2017 · Reg 142Precautions when a fire existsExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 134Precautions when a fire exists
     What changed · 98% of the 2017 wording kept

     (b) where the seam has a common ventilation system with another seam on fire; or (c) where the outlets or openings of the seam are within 60 meters of an active fire or spontaneous heating in a higher seam or on the surface in any ash heap or spoil heap or in any other heap or place or any other fire or spontaneous heating which cannot be controlled immediately or where broken ground connected with the seam exists within 60 meters of such fire or spontaneous heating; or (d) where the parting, with an overlying seam on fire or in which spontaneous heating has taken place, or with surface containing an active fire or spontaneous heating in any spoil heap or ash heap or in any other heap or place, or with any other fire or spontaneous heating which cannot be controlled immediately, consist of less than 10 meters of hard rock, except with the previous permission in writing of the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator and subject to such conditions as he may specify therein.(2) In any working mine, in which a fire is known or believedto exist, – (a) adequate precautions shall be taken to … containing such stoppings, shall be plastered with fire resistant or fire retardantfire-retardantsealant of adequate thickness using high pressure guns so as … complied with or where in the opinion of the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorthe steps so taken are inadequate, he may give notice … of non-compliance with the requirements of the notice under this sub- regulation,sub-regulation,the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing, prohibit until the requirements … recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formduly signed or e-signed as the case may beand dated by the person making the inspection: Provided that any seriousdefect revealed by such examination shall without delay be brought to the notice of the manager: Provided further that the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing, require the inspection of stoppings to be made at such shorter intervals as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein.

143. CMR 2017 · Reg 143Precaution against dustSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 135Precaution against dust
144. CMR 2017 · Reg 144Execution of measures for dust controlSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 136Execution of measures for dust control
145. CMR 2017 · Reg 145Check on measures for dust controlSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 137Check on measures for dust control
146. CMR 2017 · Reg 146Stone dust barriersMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 138Stone dust barriers
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     (2) Every stone dust barrier shall be of such a type as may be approved by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorby a general or special order in writing and shall be maintained in such manner as may be specified in the said order :order:Provided that the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay permit in any mine or part thereof alternative precautionary … sub-regulation (1), the question shall be referred to the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorwho shall decide the same.same and will be final.

147. CMR 2017 · Reg 147Precautions against eruption of gasSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 139Precautions against eruption of gas
148. CMR 2017 · Reg 148Recovery and exploratory workSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 140Recovery and exploratory work
149. CMR 2017 · Reg 149Danger from surface waterSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 141Danger from surface water
150. CMR 2017 · Reg 150Danger from underground inundationSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 142Danger from underground inundation
151. CMR 2017 · Reg 151Intentional floodingMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 143Intentional flooding
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     Provided that the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, permit such operations to be commenced on any day … notice period of fourteen days: Provided further that the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing, either prohibit any such operation or require that such operation shall not be commenced until such precautions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, have been taken to his satisfaction. (2)If the operations in respect of which notice is given … shall apply as if no such notice had been given.

152. CMR 2017 · Reg 152Construction of reservoir, water dam, etcMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 144Construction of reservoir, water dam, etc
     What changed · 94% of the 2017 wording kept

     Provided that where the safety of the mine or of … with if the said notice is given to the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoras soon as the work of construction is commenced. (2) The Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing, require such modification or … the design of any such reservoir, dam or structure, as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein. CHAPTER XIIXIVENTILATION

153. CMR 2017 · Reg 153Standard of ventilationMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 145Standard of ventilation
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     (2) For the purposes of securing adequate ventilation as specified … or pass, the air does not contain less than 19 per cent.percentof oxygen or more than 0.5 per cent.percentof carbon dioxide or any noxious gas in quantity likely … and 1.25 in any place in the mine; (d) the percentage of other toxic or noxious gases that may likely to affect the health of persons employed in mines does not exceed the limit as specified by the Chief Inspector cum facilitator by general order. (e) thewet bulb temperature in any working place does not exceed … speed of not less than one meter per second; and (e)(f)for ensuring compliance with the provisions of clauses (b), (c) … be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose:purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form:Provided that at any mine or part, where special conditions exist, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, approve a ventilation scheme in variance with the aforesaid provisions.provisions: Provided further that for a mine or type of mines, using such equipment which emit toxic gases or matters into the mine air, such as diesel operated equipment etc., the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator may prescribe ventilation standards in variance with any of the provisions specified under these regulations.(3) In every mine, ventilation as specified in sub-regulation (2) … with respect to any mine or part thereof the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoris of the opinion that the ventilation is not adequate, … capable of producing adequate ventilation in the mine or part.

154. CMR 2017 · Reg 154Main mechanical ventilator, its drive and fittingsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 146Main mechanical ventilator, its drive and fittings
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     Provided that the provisions of this sub-regulation in so far … to a mechanical ventilator installed on the surface before the 24th27thday of October, 1957.November, 2017.(2) If electricity is used for driving the mechanical ventilator, … distribution point of the mine. (3) In every belowground working, two different sources of power tothe mechanical ventilator shall be provided.provided with two independent and distinct generating power sources of appropriate rating.(4) There shall be provided and maintained at every main … installed, there shall be provided a properly constructed air lock.

155. CMR 2017 · Reg 155Restriction on installation of mechanical ventilator belowgroundMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 147Restriction on installation of mechanical ventilator belowground
     What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

     (a) no booster fan shall be installed belowground in the … of the mine and that it should be installed; and (b) seven days’(b)even daysprior notice of every such installation under clause (a), together with particulars of the survey aforesaid, shall be sent to the Regional Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.Explanation.– For the purposes of this regulation, it is clarified … be an installation of a booster fan. (2) The Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay at any time, by an order in writing, require the use of any booster fan installed belowground in the mine to be discontinued.

156. CMR 2017 · Reg 156Installation and maintenance of mechanical ventilatorSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 148Installation and maintenance of mechanical ventilator
157. CMR 2017 · Reg 157Standing ordersSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 149Standing orders
158. CMR 2017 · Reg 158Splits and airwaysSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 150Splits and airways
159. CMR 2017 · Reg 159Brattices, doors, stoppings and air-crossingsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 151Brattices, doors, stoppings and air-crossings
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     153.145.(2) In case of any doubt as to the adequacy of such ventilation devices, it shall be referred to the Chief InspectorInspector-cum- Facilitatorfor decision.decision which will be final.(3) The space between the frame of every ventilation door … built up with masonry or concrete, not less than 25 centimeterscentimetresin thickness. (4) Every ventilation door shall be self-closing and … brickwork or of concrete without reinforcement, not less than 25 centimeterscentimetresin thickness, and if constructed of properly reinforced concrete, not less than 15 centimetercentimetrethickness orsuch greater thickness as may be required by the Regional Inspector,Inspector- cum-Facilitator,and shall be faced with a sufficient thickness of lime or cement plaster to prevent leakage of air. Provided that under special circumstances the Chief Inspector cum Facilitator may permit construction of stopping by some other suitable means, other than as mentioned above.(8) In case of a mine having problems of fires … seams of degree two or degree three gassiness, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, require construction of explosion proof ventilation stoppings between the … walls of every air-crossing shall be not less than 25 centimeterscentimetresin thickness if constructed of masonry or of concrete not properly reinforced, and not less than 15 centimeterscentimetresin thickness if constructed of properly reinforced concrete. (11) Every … result thereof in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,and shall sign the same and date his signature.

160. CMR 2017 · Reg 160Velocity of air currentMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 152Velocity of air current
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     - Table Degree of gassiness Place where velocity of air is to be measured Velocity of air (1)(2) (3) First, second or third degree Immediate outbye ventilation … face: Provided that if in the opinion of the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorthe compliance with the above provision is not practicable or … partially or totally any mine from the provisions of this regulation.Regulation.

161. CMR 2017 · Reg 161Auxiliary fansSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 153Auxiliary fans
162. CMR 2017 · Reg 162Precautions against fire in ventilation appliancesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 154Precautions against fire in ventilation appliances
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     (2) In the case of every fan other than an … roof and floor shall be covered with masonry or other fire resistantfire-resistantsealant as protection against fire, for a distance of not … or fan within such drift, duct or casing, and every air- crossingair-crossingand ventilation door shall be constructed of fire-proof material: Provided … small lid of a shaft-covering operated by the rope cappel.

163. CMR 2017 · Reg 163Ventilation plans to be brought up-to-dateSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 155Ventilation plans to be brought up-to-date
164. CMR 2017 · Reg 164Obstructions, interruptions and alterationsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 156Obstructions, interruptions and alterations
165. CMR 2017 · Reg 165Precautions against gas during de-watering and re-openingMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 157Precautions against gas during de-watering and re-opening
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     (2) The first inspection of a mine or part which … be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,and shall be signed or e-signed as the case may beand dated by the persons making the inspection, and countersigned or counter e-signed as the case may beand dated by the manager.

166. CMR 2017 · Reg 166Precautions against inflammable and noxious gasesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 158Precautions against inflammable and noxious gases
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     (i) by a methane detector to be 0.1 per cent. or more in case of mine having degree one gassy seams;(ii) by a methane detector to be 0.5 per cent. … any place in a mine, inflammable or noxious gas is detected,-detected, -(a) all persons shall be withdrawn from the place; (b) … safety lamp or a suitable detector approved by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand, in the case of noxious gas, also with suitable means of detecting carbon monoxide gas approved by the Chief Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.(7) Particulars of every occurrence referred to in sub-regulation (2) … be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose;purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form;and every such entry shall be signed or e-signed as the case may beand dated by the competent person making the report and countersigned or counter e-signed as the case may beand dated by the manager.

167. CMR 2017 · Reg 167Inspection of unused working for gasExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 159Inspection of unused working for gas
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     (2) A report of every inspection referred to in sub-regulation (1) shall be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formand shall be signed or e-signed as the case may beand dated by the person who made the inspection.

168. CMR 2017 · Reg 168Safety lamps to be used in belowground minesRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 160 · probableSafety lamps to be used in belowground mines
     What changed · 6% of the 2017 wording kept

     Provided thatSafety lamps to be used in belowground mines. – No lamp or light other than an approved safety lamp or torch or other installation permitted underthe Chief Inspector may, by an orderCentral Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2023 shall be used or permitted to be used belowgroundin writing and subject to such conditions as he may specify therein, exemptany mine or part thereof from the operation of this regulation on the ground that on account of its special character the use of safety lamps is not necessary therein.mine:

169. CMR 2017 · Reg 169Determination of percentage of inflammable gas and of environmental conditionsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 161Determination of percentage of inflammable gas and of environmental conditions
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     (a) the determination shall be made by a competent person either by means of an apparatus of a type approved for the purpose by the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator, or by analysis of samples of air:Provided that if determinations are made by the analysis of … time as specified from time to time by the Chief Inspector;Inspector-cum-Facilitator by general or special order;(b) the determination shall be made or samples of air … working place in the district: Provided that where the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoris of the opinion that the location of any such … and for the seven next following days, unless the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorotherwise permits by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein; and (ii) if the determination made during the thirty … be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose;purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form;and (e) if any determination in any ventilating district shows … district, and a written report thereof submitted to the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorforthwith. (2) If the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorso requires by an order in writing in respect of … such other environmental conditions at such points as the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay specify in the order.

170. CMR 2017 · Reg 170Monitoring devicesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 162Monitoring devices
171. CMR 2017 · Reg 171General precautions in gassy minesRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 163General precautions in gassy mines
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     (2) No working or gallery shall be extended to a distance of more than 3 meters from the nearest ventilation connection unless the current of air is coursed up to a point within 3 meters of the face by means of fire resistant pipes, tubes, brattices or other material. (3)No narrow main or advance gallery shall be driven more than three meters ahead of the widened gallery. (4)(3)Every stopping between the main intake and the main return … and maintained as to withstand the force of an explosion. (5)(4)The main air current shall be so split and coursed … except with the prior permission in writing of the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, ventilate any workings where coal is being extracted. (5)No major alteration shall be made in the system of ventilation except with the prior permission in writing of the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein: Provided that where the safety of the mine or … if information of such alteration is sent to the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorforthwith. (7)(6)Except in an emergency, when a major alteration is made … are engaged in making the alteration shall be present belowground.

172. CMR 2017 · Reg 172ContrabandsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 164Contrabands
173. CMR 2017 · Reg 173Underground relighting stationsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 165Underground relighting stations
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     (2) No person shall be appointed as a competent person under this regulation unless he holds a Gas Testing Certificate. CHAPTER XIIIXIILIGHTING AND SAFETY LAMPS

174. CMR 2017 · Reg 174WhitewashingExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 166Whitewashing
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     (a) every shaft inset and shaft bottom or siding and every bye-pass which is in regular use;(b) the top and bottom of every haulage plane, every … or other apparatus; and (e) every first aid station belowground.

175. CMR 2017 · Reg 175General lightingSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 167General lighting
176. CMR 2017 · Reg 176Electric lighting in gassy minesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 168Electric lighting in belowground mines
     What changed · 95% of the 2017 wording kept

     (a) on any roadway or place ventilated by intake air; and (b) on any other roadway or place not within 270 meters of the nearest face. (2)In every mine or part thereof to which regulation 168160applies, every electrical lighting apparatus shall be of a type approved by the Chief Inspector:Inspector-cum-Facilitator:Provided that electric lighting from a source of electric power … used in the mine if so permitted by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum- Facilitatorby an order in writing and subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein.

177. CMR 2017 · Reg 177Regulation 177RevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 169Regulation 169
     What changed · 40% of the 2017 wording kept

     Provided that on his return to the surface, every such … in writing immediately return his lamp to the lamp room. (2) The number of safety lamps at every mine shall be adequate to permit thorough cleaning and checking before they are issued and in case of any doubt as to the sufficiency or otherwise of the safety lamps provided at a mine, it shall be referred to the Chief Inspector for decision.

178. CMR 2017 · Reg 178Standard of lightingSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 170Standard of lighting
179. CMR 2017 · Reg 179Maintenance and examination of safety lampsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 171Maintenance and examination of safety lamps
     What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) A competent person appointed for the purpose shall clean, … than those prescribed under sub-regulations (2) and (3) of regulation 172.164.(4) A competent person appointed for the purpose shall examine … misuse in a bound paged book kept for the purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic formand every such entry shall be countersigned or counter e-signed as the case may beand dated by the manager. (6) The manager, assistant manager, … such lamp in a bound paged book kept for the purpose.purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form.(7) No person shall be appointed as a competent person under this regulation unless he holds a Manager’s, Overman’sor Gas testing Certificate.she is trained in repair and maintenance of safety lamp, mine gases and their testing.Provided that, after coming into force of these regulations, a holder of Lamp Checker’s CertificateGas testing certificategranted under regulation 12 of the Coal Mines Regulations, 1957,1957 & under Regulation 11 of the Coal Mines Regulations, 2017shall also deemed to be a competent person under this regulation.

180. CMR 2017 · Reg 180Use of safety lampsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 172Use of safety lamps
181. CMR 2017 · Reg 181Maintenance and repairs of safety lampsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 173Maintenance and repairs of safety lamps
     What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) Every safety lamp shall be properly assembled and maintained in order and if any such lamp is found to be defective or damaged, it shall not be used or issued for use until the defect or damage has been remedied. (3)If the wires of any gauge of a flame safety … away, the gauge shall not be reconditioned for further use. (3)(4)Damaged and defective gauges, glasses or other parts of a safety lamp shall not be kept or stored in the safety lamp-room. (4)lamp- room. (5)No glass of a safety lamp and no bulb of … a glass or bulb of such type as the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, from time to time specify by a general or … such design and make as is approved by the Chief Inspector. (5)Inspector-cum-Facilitator. (6)No repaired part shall be used in a safety lamp: (6)(7)In every flame safety lamp kept for the purpose of … than an oil of a type approved by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorshall be used. (7)(8)No electric safety lamp shall be issued for use unless … securely locked and sealed, and the battery is properly charged. (8)(9)No electric safety lamp shall be hung or held by the cable.

182. CMR 2017 · Reg 182Precautions to be taken in safety lamp-roomsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 174Precautions to be taken in safety lamp-rooms
183. CMR 2017 · Reg 183Type of explosives to be used in minesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 175Type of explosives to be used in mines
184. CMR 2017 · Reg 184Storage of explosivesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 176Storage of explosives
185. CMR 2017 · Reg 185Magazines, stores and premises to store explosivesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 177Magazines, stores and premises to store explosives
186. CMR 2017 · Reg 186Cases and containers for carrying explosivesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 178Cases and containers for carrying explosives
187. CMR 2017 · Reg 187Transport of explosivesExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 179Transport of explosives
     What changed · 100% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) No person other than a shot-firer shall carry any … bag or other container sufficient to protect it from shock. (3) No person shall transport explosives of Class 2 or Class 3 and detonators or any other Class 6 explosive containing its own means of ignition or initiation in the same carriage or vehicle. [Explanation: The explosives of Class 2, Class 3, and Class 6 and detonator have the same meaning as classified or defined under the Explosives Rules, 2008]. (4) The vehicles or carriages loaded with explosives shall be parked only at the places designated for the purpose, whether near the place of charging or elsewhere, in the mine. (5) No self-propelled machinery shall be used for transport of explosives belowground in a mine except with prior permission in writing of the Chief Inspector-Cum-Facilitator and subject to such conditions as may be specified therein.

188. CMR 2017 · Reg 188Transport of explosives in bulkMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 180Transport of explosives in bulk
     What changed · 93% of the 2017 wording kept

     Transport of explosives in bulk.–bulk. -The conditions and other details for transport of explosives in bulk shall be specified by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitator, time to time,in a general order.

189. CMR 2017 · Reg 189Reserve StationMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 181Reserve Station
     What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) The conditions for site selection and other details for establishing a reserve station in a mine shall be specified by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorin a general order.

190. CMR 2017 · Reg 190Shot-firersMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 182Shot-firers
     What changed · 95% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) No person shall be appointed to be a shot-firer unless he holds -–(a) a Manager’s Certificate or Overman’sMining supervisor’sCertificate or a Sirdar’san assistant mining supervisor’sCertificate together with a gas-testing certificate in case of belowground mines; and (b) a Manager’s Certificate, Overman’sMining supervisor’sCertificate or a Sirdar’san assistant mining supervisor’sCertificate in the case of open cast working: Provided that, … regulation 12 of the Coal Mines Regulations, 1957, shall also bedeemed to be a shot-firer under this regulation. (3) The … one performing any other duty shall be allowed to perform shot firng.shot-firing.(4) No person whose wages depend on the amount of … appointed to perform the duties of a shot-firer. (5) The mangermanagershall fix, from time to time, the maximum number of shotsshot holesthat a shot-firer may fire in any one shift and … the time normally require to prepare and fire a shot holein accordance with the provisions of these regulations; (b) the time required for that shot-firer to move between places where shotsshot holesare fired; (c) the assistance, if any, available to him in the performance of his said duties; and shall not in any case exceed,-exceed-(i) in the case of a gassy seam of second … if a single-shot exploder is used and hundred, if a multi- shotmulti-shotexploder is used; (iii) in the case of opencast mines, … is used: Provided that where special conditions exist, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, permit number of shotsshot holesto be fixed in variance with the aforesaid provisions. (6) … during his shift shall not exceed the maximum number of shotsshot holesthat he is permitted to fire under sub-regulation (5).

191. CMR 2017 · Reg 191Shot-firing toolsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 183Shot-firing tools
192. CMR 2017 · Reg 192Drilling, charging, stemming and firing of shot-holesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 184Drilling, charging, stemming and firing of shot-holes
193. CMR 2017 · Reg 193Use of ammonium nitrate fuel oilRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 185Use of ammonium nitrate-fuel oil, site mixed slurry or emulsion explosives etc., in an opencast mine
     What changed · 75% of the 2017 wording kept

     Use of ammonium nitrate fuel oil.–nitrate-fuel oil, site mixed slurry or emulsion explosives etc., in an opencast mine. -Conditions for use of ammonium nitrate fuel oilnitrate-fuel oil, site mixed slurry or emulsion explosives etc.in a mine shall be specified by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorin a general order.

194. CMR 2017 · Reg 194Deep-hole blastingRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 186 · probableDeep-hole blasting
     What changed · 26% of the 2017 wording kept

     Deep-hole blasting.– Conditions for conduct of deep hole blasting in a mine(2) All holes charged on any one dayshall be specifiedfired on the same day: Provided that in special circumstances where charged holes are required to sleep over night, it shall be carried out only with prior permissionby the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitator,in a general order.writing, and subject to such conditions as may be specified therein.

195. CMR 2017 · Reg 195Electric shot-firingSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 187Electric and Electronic shot-firing
196. CMR 2017 · Reg 196Taking shelter before firing shotsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 188Taking shelter before firing shots
197. CMR 2017 · Reg 197Precautions against dry coal dustMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 189Precautions against dry coal dust
     What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

     Precautions against dry coal dust.-dust. -No shots shall be fired at any place belowground unless … manner specified in clause (b) of sub-regulation (3) of regulation 144136unless such places are naturally wet as specified in the said regulation.

198. CMR 2017 · Reg 198Conditions requiring use of permitted explosivesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 190Conditions requiring use of permitted explosives
     What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) In a gassy seam of the second or third … device or apparatus for breaking coal approved by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorshall be used, while in a gassy seam of the … permitted explosives may also be used: Provided that the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay by an order in writing and subject to such … of such types as may be required by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorshall be used: Provided that in case of special difficulties, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay exempt any stone drift or sinking shaft from the provisions of this sub-regulation subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein.

199. CMR 2017 · Reg 199Precautions in the use of permitted explosivesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 191Precautions in the use of permitted explosives
200. CMR 2017 · Reg 200Approved shot-firing apparatusMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 192Approved shot-firing apparatus
     What changed · 91% of the 2017 wording kept

     Provided that where special conditions exist, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such conditions as hemay specifybe specifiedtherein, permit the use of any other shot-firing apparatus.

201. CMR 2017 · Reg 201Additional precautions in belowground minesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 193Additional precautions in belowground mines
202. CMR 2017 · Reg 202Blasting in fire areas in opencast minesRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 194Blasting in fire areas in opencast mines
     What changed · 48% of the 2017 wording kept

     Blasting in fire areas in opencast mines.- Conditions for conduct of blastingmines. - Blastingin fire areas in opencast minesarea or hot stratashall notbe specifiedconducted except with prior permissionby the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitator,in a general order.writing, and such conditions as specified therein.

203. CMR 2017 · Reg 203Inspections after shot-firingSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 195Inspections after shot-firing
204. CMR 2017 · Reg 204MisfiresSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 196Misfires
205. CMR 2017 · Reg 205Special precautions in stone driftsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 197Special precautions in stone drifts,
     What changed · 90% of the 2017 wording kept

     Special precautions in stone drifts.– In stone drifts,-(a) after shots have been fired, all loose rock shall … shall be dealt with in the manner provided in regulation 204.196.

206. CMR 2017 · Reg 206Duties of shot-firer at the end of his shiftExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 198Duties of shot-firer at the end of his shift
     What changed · 94% of the 2017 wording kept

     (b) shall record, in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non-editable electronic form,the quantity or explosive taken, used and returned, the places where shots were fired and the number of shots fired by him,him or her,and misfires, if any, which shall be signed or e-signed as the case may beand dated by him.him or her.

207. CMR 2017 · Reg 207General precautions regarding explosivesExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 199General precautions regarding explosives
     What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) No person shall take any mobile phonephone, electronic gadgetor light other than an electric torch or an enclosed electric lamp into any explosive magazine or store or premises. (3) Where wireless or walkie-talkie devices are used by the blasting personnel, such as assistant manager, mining supervisor in-charge of blasting, shot-firers and assistants to shot-firer, a standard operating procedure for safe use of such devices specifying the precautions to be taken by them with regard to obviate any accidental initiation of explosive due to radio frequency shall be formulated and implemented by manager the mine. (4)The owner, agent or manager shall take adequate steps to prevent pilferage of explosives during its storage, transport and use in the mine. (4)(5) The owner, agent and manager shall ensure that no person is employed for transport, handling and use of explosives unless he has been imparted specialized training for the purpose. (6)No person shall have explosives in his possession except as provided for in these regulations or hide or keep explosives in a dwelling house. (5)(7)Any person finding any explosives in or about a mine … such occurrence shall be reported to the manager in writing. (6)(8)Shot-firers and their helpers shall- (a) not use battery operated … sole shall also be of leather and without hobnails. CHAPTER XVXIVMACHINERY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

208. CMR 2017 · Reg 208Use of certain machinery, equipment and devices in coal minesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 200Use of certain machinery, equipment and devices in coal mines
     What changed · 95% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) In every gassy seam of the second or third … Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2010:2023:Provided that the Central Government or the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror an InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorauthorised by the Central Government may, subject to such conditions … period, not exceeding one year, in any mine of the first degreefirst-degreegassiness, which has subsequently been classified as second or third degree gassiness. (3) The Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, from time to time by notification in the Official … such type, standard and make as approved by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorby a general or special order, and where any such appliance, equipment, machinery or other material had been specified by the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,any such appliance, equipment, machinery, or material, other than that approved by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoras aforesaid, shall not be used in any mine. (4) Where in respect of any appliance, equipment, machinery or other material, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorhas not made any notification under sub-regulation (3) and any such appliance, equipment, machinery or material is used in any mine, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, if he is of the opinion that the use … use thereof until the same is approved by the Chief Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.(5) The owner, agent or manager of a mine while … hand held drill, dinting, ripping, cutting, loading, hauling or dumping, safecode of practices separately for each type of machinery with respect to the method of work, shall be framed by the person authorised for the purpose,Engineer in consultation with manager,containing codesstandard operating procedurefor the control and guidance of persons employed for the … the purpose shall be responsible for the implementation of above safecode of practices. (8) Where surface transportation and handling machinery including coal handling plants, repair sheds or workshops are provided, safecode of practices for their erection, installation, operation, repairs, maintenance, … of the persons so employed shall be framed by the person authorised for the purpose,Engineer in consultation with managerand the engineer authorised for the purpose shall be responsible for the implementation of above safecode of practices. (9) Each machinery shall be examined by a committee having expertise in the field, constituted by owner or agent of the mine, at least once in three years to assess the condition of the machinery in order to decide suitability of the machinery for further use in mines. Provided that machinery declared unfit, shall not be put in to use unless recommended maintenance and repairs are carried out and declared fit for use, by the aforesaid committee. (10) All persons employed or to be employed to operate belowground machinery shall be trained and their competency shall be evaluated by committee constituted by the management, who shall be persons who are not connected with imparting of training; provided that the training officer may be co-opted in the committee

209. CMR 2017 · Reg 209General provisions for construction and maintenance of machineryRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 201 · probableGeneral provisions for construction and maintenance of machinery
     What changed · 20% of the 2017 wording kept

     General(2)(a) The work shop for carrying out activities in connection with errection, assembly, maintenance, repair, overhaul, dismantling or any other work related to maintenance of machinery shall have proper layout to ensure safety of the persons employed thereat; (b) The workshop shall have (i) proper flooring with demarcation (for movement of vehicle or equipment, spares and materials) on floor and adequate cover on the top with bays clearly earmarked, (ii) adequate illumination and ventilation arrangement , (iii) adequate fire fighting arrangement, (iv) adequate oil and lubricant storage space with colour codes, (v) Battery charging room, if required, (vi) Separate welding bays sufficienty protected and away from inflammable material, (vii) adequate arrangement for collection and disposal of used oil, filters, oil rags, scraps and other mainteance waste etc. (viii) separate path for HEMM and other vehicles, (ix) store for inventory, (x) separate parking for HEMM and other vehicles, (xi) properly demarcated and guarded tyre inflation area, (xii) HEMM washing area and inspection pit (xiii) lifiting and load handling arrangments of adequate capacity and (xiv) any otherprovisions for constructionconsistent with safety of person and machinery. (xv) Suitable type of tyre handlers with sufficient capacity and necessary safety features shall be provided to eliminate manual handling during the removal, installation,and maintenance of machinery.– All partsother than roadway (OTR) tyres used on heavy earth moving machinery. (xvi) suitable protective cages for air filling on vehicle as well as while assembling. (xvii) Every oxy-acetylene or other gas weldingand working gear, whether fixed or movable, includingcutting apparatus shall be fitted with approved flashback arrestors at boththe anchoringcylinder regulator endsand fixing appliances, of all machinery and apparatus used as or forming partthe blowpipe endsof the supply hoses for both oxygen and fuel gas lines. (xviii) dispensingequipment identified by a distinct colour code or tags for each oil or lubricant being used. (3) whenever activities in connection with errection, assembly, maintenance, repair, overhaul, dismantling etcof a mine, and all foundations in ormachinery is not reasonably feasibleto which any such appliances are anchored or fixedbe undetaken at workshop, the aforsaid acivitiesshall be carried out at site after proper cordoning off the place to ensure safetyof good design, sound construction, suitable material, adequate strength and free from visible defect and shall be properly maintained.the persons employed thereat.

210. CMR 2017 · Reg 210Apparatus under pressureSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 202Apparatus under pressure
211. CMR 2017 · Reg 211Precautions regarding moving parts of machineryMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 203Precautions regarding moving parts of machinery
     What changed · 98% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) Every drums,drum,fly-wheel and every other dangerous exposed part of any machinery … maintained in good condition and in the correct position. (4) During repair, adjustment, cleaning or lubrication of any machinery, suitable tags indicating that the machinery is under such operation shall be placed near its controlling device. (5)No person shall, or shall be allowed to repair, adjust, clean or lubricate machinery in motion where there is risk of injury. (5)(6)No person shall, or shall be allowed to, shift or … proper mechanical appliance is provided and used for the purpose. (6)(7)No person in close proximity to moving machinery shall wear, or be permitted to wear, loose outer clothing. (7)(8)No unauthorised person shall enter any engine room or in any way interfere with the engine.

212. CMR 2017 · Reg 212Engine rooms and their exitsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 204Engine rooms and their exits
213. CMR 2017 · Reg 213Working and examination of machineryMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 205Working and examination of machinery
     What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) In a gassy seam of the second or third … electrical machinery, apparatus or appliance other than a telephone or signalingsignallingdevice or an electric lamp or light, unless he holds a gas-testing certificate,is trained in detection of mine gases and precautions thereofwho shall whilst on duty be provided with and carry … for determination of inflammable gas as approved by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand check for presence of inflammable gas in the atmosphere.atmosphere Provided that a person holding the gas testing certificate prior to coming into force of these regulations shall be exempted from training in detection of mine gases and precautions thereof as provided under sub regulation 2 of this regulation.(3) Every person in-charge of any machinery, apparatus or appliance … Electricity Authority (Measures relating to Safety and Electric Supply) Regulations, 2010.2023.

214. CMR 2017 · Reg 214Belowground face equipment, continuous mining and coal cutting machinesExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 206Belowground face equipment, continuous mining and coal cutting machines
     What changed · 98% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) Every belowground face equipment, continuous mining and coal cutting machines used in mine shall be fitted with such safety features or devices as the Chief Inspector cum Facilitator may, from time to time, specify by notification in the Official Gazette by a general or special order. (3)Methane monitors shall be installed on all roof bolting machines … machines and other mechanised equipment used to extract or load coal. (3)coal: Provided that in case of gassy seams of First Degree, roof bolting machines and loading machines which were commissioned before coming into force of these regulations and where methane monitors have not been installed shall be monitored for presence of methane by suitable type of approved methane monitoring device, before start of such machines, before and after every blasting operation and at intervals as recommended in the Safety Management Plan of the mine. (4)Roof bolting machines, continuous miners and coal loading equipmentsequipmentshall be equipped with adequate lighting to illuminate the workplace. (4)(5)All face equipment used to cut coal or drill holes … and air- scrubber system to control respirable coal mine dust. (5)(6)Where remote controlled devices are used in belowground coal mines … is in movement, and from respirable dust and noise hazard.

215. CMR 2017 · Reg 215Cranes and lifting gearsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 207Cranes and lifting gears
     What changed · 100% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) The rated capacity or legible load chart, where appropriate, … load-bearing equipment shall be certified by a competent person or organisationauthorised organisationby original equipment manufacturerin accordance with the original design and safety standard. (8) … fitted with an automatic load indicator showing the safe working load.load and overload warning device.(9) All modifications that affect the rated capacity of a … rated capacity shall be adjusted by the original equipment manufacturer (OEM)or a competent person or OEMauthorised organisation. (10) There shall be a safe means of … position and to maintenance locations for all cranes and hoists. (11)If a normal means of egress is not always available … proper and safe operation of the crane and rigging loads. (21) No operator shall leave a crane or hoist unattended while a load is suspended. (22) No crane shall work in the vicinity of overhead lines unless a specific "Permit to Work" has been obtained from the electrical supervisor, confirming that the line is either de-energized or that specific physical barriers (guarding) have been erected. (23) No person shall stand, pass, or work beneath a suspended load or within the slewing radius of the crane's rotating superstructure; and suitable barriers or warning tapes shall be used to cordon off the swing radius of the crane to prevent unauthorized entry.

216. CMR 2017 · Reg 216Design, operation and maintenance of heavy earth moving machineries (HEMMs) including trucks, tippers and dumpersMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 208Design, operation and maintenance of heavy earth moving machineries (HEMMs) including trucks, tippers and dumpers
     What changed · 93% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) Every heavy earth moving machineries,machinery,including truckstrucks, tippersand tippers,dumpers,used in mine shall be fitted with such safety features or devices as the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, from time to time, specify by a general order … well drilling for sources of water shall not be used for drilling holes for blasting purposesand only proper type of blast hole drill machine, especially … shall be under the charge of a competent person, authorised as Operator,in writingwriting,by the manager, herein called the 'Operator’ or ‘Driver'.manager.(5) All persons employed or to be employed to operate … Board as observer. (6) Only such fitters or mechanics possessing driver's oroperator's license,authorisation,shall be allowed to carry out test-run of heavy earth … be allowed to ride on a heavy earth moving machinery. (8) The area marked for brake testing shall be kept adequately fenced. (9) Refuelling operations in heavy earth moving machineries (HEMMs) within the opencast mine shall be restricted exclusively to designated fixed fuelling stations: Provided that mobile fuel bowsers for refuelling shall be used as per the conditions specified by Chief Inspector cum Facilitator by a general order.

217. CMR 2017 · Reg 217General precautionsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 209General precautions
218. CMR 2017 · Reg 218Notice of Intention or proposal of exploration for methaneMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 210Notice of Intention or proposal of exploration for methane
     What changed · 87% of the 2017 wording kept

     Provided that in case of an abandoned mine, a notice of reopening shall also be submitted as specified under these regulations.(2) The notice so required under sub-regulation (1) shall be … other exploration work are to be undertaken. (3) The Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay by an order in writing and subject to such … or approval in that respect is obtained from the Chief Inspector. (5) The date of starting of the execution of exploration plan or project shall be communicated forthwith to the Chief Inspector and to the Regional Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.

219. CMR 2017 · Reg 219Submission of the exploration or abandonment of the exploration reportSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 211Submission of Report of the exploration or abandonment of the exploration
220. CMR 2017 · Reg 220Notice of commencement of extraction of methaneSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 212Notice of commencement of extraction of methane
221. CMR 2017 · Reg 221Notice of closure, abandonment or discontinuance of extraction of methaneMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 213Notice of closure, abandonment or discontinuance of extraction of methane
     What changed · 81% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) The notice so required under sub-regulation (1) shall be submitted with the following information, namely:-namely: -(a) the reasons of closure, abandonment or discontinuance;abandonment;(b) plans and sections of the mine or part thereof … conditions of all the boreholes and the part of working abandoned or discontinued;abandoned;and (d) protective work like sealing or isolation of working or any other work already completed and all those workworksrequired to be done so as to make the area safe and secure in all respect. (3) The Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, by an order in writing and subject to such … require any other work as required to be completed before closure,closure orabandonment, or discontinuationof such working, by the owner of the mine. (4) IfTheowner andoragent fails to complete the remaining workshall ensure that all protective worksrequired to be done before closure or abandonment or discontinuanceof the working in a mine or part thereof, the Chief Inspector may get such protective work done by any other agency and the charges so incurred shall be defrayed from the owner as an arrear of land revenue.thereof is completed in all respect.

222. CMR 2017 · Reg 222Annual returnsNot in the draft

     Likely now in Rule 74 (Annual Return) of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (Central) Rules, 2026
223. CMR 2017 · Reg 223Manner of extraction of methaneSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 214Manner of extraction of methane
224. CMR 2017 · Reg 224Drill machineSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 215Drill machine
225. CMR 2017 · Reg 225Drilling operationMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 216Drilling operation
     What changed · 95% of the 2017 wording kept

     Drilling operation.-operation. -In connection with methane exploration or extraction activities in a … conduct of drilling operation shall be specified by the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,by a general or special order.

226. CMR 2017 · Reg 226Production drilling and extraction of methane from boreholesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 217Production drilling and extraction of methane from boreholes
227. CMR 2017 · Reg 227Ventilation plan for methane exploration or extraction belowgroundSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 218Ventilation plan for methane exploration or extraction belowground
228. CMR 2017 · Reg 228Water and gas separationMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 219Water and gas separation
     What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

     Water and gas separation.-separation. -Water separation and removal equipment shall be installed at each degasification hole, at lower points in the main gas pipe line.

229. CMR 2017 · Reg 229Welding, cutting or fusion, etcMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 220Welding, cutting or fusion, etc
     What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

     Welding, cutting or fusion, etc.-etc. -In connection with methane exploration or extraction activities in a … prior permission in writing has been obtained from the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorand subject to such conditions as he may specify therein.

230. CMR 2017 · Reg 230Methane gas transportation belowgroundMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 221Methane gas transportation belowground
     What changed · 93% of the 2017 wording kept

     Methane gas transportation belowground.-belowground. -The conditions and other details for methane gas transportation belowground shall be specified by the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,by a general or special order.

231. CMR 2017 · Reg 231Sectionalisation of methane pipe linesSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 222Sectionalisation of methane pipe lines
232. CMR 2017 · Reg 232Methane and other gas monitoring system in case of positive pressure in reservoirSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 223Methane and other gas monitoring system in case of positive pressure in reservoir,
233. CMR 2017 · Reg 233CommunicationMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 224Communication
     What changed · 94% of the 2017 wording kept

     Communication.-Communication. -Proper means of efficient and effective telephoniccommunication system shall be installed and maintained in between surface … surface, which shall be of type approved by the Chief Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.

234. CMR 2017 · Reg 234Inspection and examination of machinery and equipment for methane exploration and extractionSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 225Inspection and examination of machinery and equipment for methane exploration and extraction
235. CMR 2017 · Reg 235Responsibility of owner, agents, managers, engineers, competent persons and officialsSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 226Responsibility of owner, agents, managers, engineers, competent persons and officials
236. CMR 2017 · Reg 236General provisionsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 227General provisions
     What changed · 95% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2)The code of safepractices and standard operating procedures shall be circulated to all … ensure their compliance. (3) A copy of the code of safepractices and standard operating procedures so framed shall be sent to the Regional InspectorInspector- cum-Facilitatorwho may examine and modify the same if so require. … abandoned mine methane project and activities shall be adequately trained. (5) Work(5)Workpersons, staff and officials involved in exploration or recovery of … with equally trained and competent persons, staff or officials. CHAPTER XVIIXVIMISCELLANEOUS

237. CMR 2017 · Reg 237FencesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 228Fences
     What changed · 98% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) Every fence erected on the surface shall, once at … be recorded in a bound paged book kept for the purpose,purpose or in retrievable and non- editable electronic form,duly signed or e-signed as the case may beand dated by the person who made the examination. (3) … (3) are adequate, it shall be referred to the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorfor decision.

238. CMR 2017 · Reg 238NoticesMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 229Notices
     What changed · 96% of the 2017 wording kept

     Notices.-Notices. -Where at any place smoking or unauthorised entry is prohibited, … posted at conspicuous places at every entrance to the place.

239. CMR 2017 · Reg 239General safetyRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 230 · probableGeneral safety
     What changed · 39% of the 2017 wording kept

     General safety.–(2) No person shall, except with the authority of an official, remove or pass through any fence, barrier or gate, or remove or pass any danger signal. (3) Subject to any directions that may be given by an official, no person shall, except for some justifiable purpose, go into any part of the mine other than that part in which he works, or travels to or from his working place by any roadway other than the proper traveling roadway. (4)No person shall negligentlysleep while on duty. (5) Subject to the provisions of the Act and of these regulations and orders made thereunder, no person shall remain in a mine beyond the period over which his shift extends. (6) No person shall, while on duty, be in an intoxicated state. (7) The owner, agent and manager shall take steps to reduce the noise level and to reduce the exposure of work persons to noise. (8) No person shall workor willfully do anything likelyallowedto endanger lifework without appropriate ear protection in an area where noise level is equivalent toor limbexceeds 90 dB(A). [dB(A) or A-weighted decibel is an expression of the relative loudness of sounds as perceived by human ear. A- weighting is the standard for determining hearing damage and noise pollution.] (9) No person shall enter or allowed to enter an area where noise level is 140 dB(A) or more. (10) The Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator may, from time to time, by notification, specify the permissible noise exposure in any area or place in a mine. (11) The area, where noise level is exceeding 90dB(A), shall be clearly demarcated. (12) The Owner, agent and manager shall ensure that area noise mapping is conducted in working areas and personal noise dosimetry for work persons exposed to noise level exceeding 85 dB(A) as per the procedure specified by Chief Inspector cum Facilitator by general or special order and issued from time to time. (13) The Owner, Agent or Manager shall take necessary steps to eliminate or minimize the exposure of vibration to their workmen, so that, the exposure is limited to; (i) Hand Arm Vibration (HAV): (a) The daily ELV of 5m/s2 A(8); (b) The daily EAV of 2.5m/s2 A(8); (ii) Whole body vibration: (a) in case of crest factor observed during the measurement of vibration is less than 9, the daily ELV of 1.15 m/ s2 A (8) and daily EAV of 0.5m/s2 A(8), (b) in case of crest factor observed during the measurement of vibration exceeds 9, the Vibration Dose Limit Value (VDLV) of 8.5m/s1.75 A(8) and Vibration Dose Limit Value (VDLV) of 17 m1.75 A(8). (14) The Owner, Agent and Manager shall effectively reduce the level of exposure to vibration by incorporating preventive measure by suitably designing work process and work station and by selecting appropriate and properly functioning work equipment, and also suitably modifying methods and work procedures so as to suitably reduce the risk at source by; (a) adjustmentsin the mine, or negligently or willfully omitlight of technical progress and scientific knowledge regarding risks relatedto do anything necessary forexposure to vibration, with a view to improvethe safety and health statusof workers employed inthe minemine. (b) assessing the level of exposure to mechanical vibration specific to work practices as prescribed by the chief Inspector cum Facilitator by a specialor thegeneral order and notified from time to time. (15) At every coal dressing or separating plant or coal washery, where cyanide or other poisonous substance is used, there shall be kept a sufficient supply of a satisfactory and efficient antidose for poisoning. (16) Water containing poisonous or injurious matter in suspension or solution must be effectively fenced off to prevent inadvertent access to it, and notice boards shall be put up at suitable places to warnpersons employed therein.from making use of such water. (17) In no case shall water containing any poisonous matter in suspension or solution in a dangerous concentration be permitted to escape.

240. CMR 2017 · Reg 240Use, supply and maintenance of protective footwearRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 231Use, supply and maintenance of protective footwear
     What changed · 14% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) The protective footwear referred to in sub-regulation (1) shall be supplied free of charge, at intervals not exceeding six months, by the owner, agent or manager of a mine, who shall at all times maintain a sufficient stock of protective footwear in order to ensure immediate supply as and when need for the same arises. (3) Where a footwear is provided otherwise than as specified in this regulation, the supply shall be made on payment of full cost. (4) The owner, agent or manager of a mine shall provide at suitable places in the mine dubbing and revolving brushes or make other suitable alternative arrangements for the cleaning of protective footwear by the persons using them: Provided that it shall be the responsibility of the person supplied with the protective footwear to arrange the repair of the same at his own cost.months.

241. CMR 2017 · Reg 241Use and supply of helmetRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 232Use and supply of helmet
     What changed · 49% of the 2017 wording kept

     Provided that where the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoris of the opinion that due to special circumstances, it … to in sub-regulation (1) shall be supplied free of charge, at intervals not exceeding three years or such other intervals as the Chief Inspector may specify by a general or special order in writingby the owner, agent or manager of a mine, who shall at all times maintain a sufficient stock thereof in order to ensure immediate supply as and when need for the same arises: Provided that when a helmet is accidentally damaged during legitimate use, the owner, agent or manager shall immediately replace the damaged helmet free of cost. (3) Where a helmet is provided otherwise than as specified in this regulation, the supply shall be made on payment of full cost.mine.

242. CMR 2017 · Reg 242Supply of other personal protective equipmentSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 233Supply of other personal protective equipment
243. CMR 2017 · Reg 243Use, supply and maintenance of self-rescuerSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 234Use, supply and maintenance of self-rescuer
244. CMR 2017 · Reg 244Obligation of persons provided with personal protective equipmentSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 235Obligation of persons provided with personal protective equipment
245. CMR 2017 · Reg 245Information about sicknessSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 236Information about sickness
246. CMR 2017 · Reg 246Manpower distribution planSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 237Manpower distribution plan
247. CMR 2017 · Reg 247Sirdars and overmenRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 238 · probableManagers and other Officials
     What changed · 60% of the 2017 wording kept

     (a) he or she possesses a valid first-aid certificate of the St. John Ambulance Association (India) or any other first-aid training institute, as may be specified by the Board of Mining Examination; and (b) he or she is trained in handling of flame safety lamps, detection of mine gases and precaution thereof as the prescribed vocational training under section 72 of the code, except where his or her appointment is restricted to mines having opencast workings only.(2) No person shall be appointed as a competent person under regulations 25, 67, 91, sub-regulations (14) and (15) of regulation129, clause (a) of sub-regulation (4) of regulation130, sub-regulation (6) of regulation 135,131, sub-regulations (7) and (8) of regulation 134, sub-regulation (9) of regulation 142, sub-regulation (12) of regulation 151, sub-regulation (3) of regulation 153, sub-regulation (2) of regulation 157, regulations 159, 161 and 187, unless he is the holder of either an Mining supervisor’s Certificate or a Manager’s Certificate. (3) No person shall be appointed as a competent person under regulations 121, 122, sub-regulation (6) of regulation 127,sub-regulation (7) of regulation 136,128,regulation 147,139,sub-regulation (1) of regulation 165157and regulation 166158unless he is the holder of either a Manager’s Certificate or Overman’sMining supervisor’sCertificate or a Sirdar’s Certificate together with a gas testing certificate: Provided that, so much of this regulation as requires a person holding a Manager’s Certificate or Overman’s Certificate or a Sirdar’s Certificate to hold gas testing certificate also shall not apply to, persons employed aboveground, or in opencast working, or competent person under sub-regulation (6) of regulation 135. (3)Assistant mining supervisor’s Certificate. (4)In case of mines having opencast workings only, nothing in sub-regulations (1)(2)and (2)(3)shall prohibit the appointment under regulations 33, 129,25, 121, 122, sub-regulation (6) of regulation 127, clause (a) of sub-regulation (4) of regulation130, sub-regulation (6) of regulation 135, clause (a) of sub- regulation (4) of regulation 138, sub-regulation (6) of regulation 139131and regulation 195187of a person holding, as the case may be, a Sirdar’san Assistant mining supervisor’sCertificate, Overman’sMining supervisor’sCertificate or Manager’s Certificate restricted to mines having opencast workings only. (4)(5)Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-regulation (2),(3),the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay, where special conditions exist, permit or require appointment of any person, not necessarily holding either a Manager’s Certificate or Overman’sMining supervisor’sCertificate or a Sirdar’san Assistant mining supervisor’sCertificate as a competent person under regulation 130,122,if such person possess otherwise a suitable qualification and experience for effective supervision of the working places.

248. CMR 2017 · Reg 248Officials to be literateNot in the draft

     No counterpart found in the draft, the OSH&WC Central Rules 2026 or the Code.
249. CMR 2017 · Reg 249Writing of reportsExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 239Writing of reports
     What changed · 100% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) The competent person writing the report shall certify that … was written, and shall sign the certificate and date his or hersignature. (3) Where special conditions exist, the Chief Inspector cum facilitator may permit writing of reports as required to be maintained under the provisions of these regulations, subject to the conditions as may be specified, in electronic form.

250. CMR 2017 · Reg 250Payment of feesRevisedDraft 2026 · Reg 240Payment of fees
     What changed · 63% of the 2017 wording kept

     Payment of fees.–fees. -Any fees payable under these regulations shall be paid by means of a crossed Indian Postal Order or Bank Draft orthrough electronic mode andorany other means as specified from time to time by the Chief Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.

251. CMR 2017 · Reg 251Place of accident not to be disturbedExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 241Place of accident not to be disturbed
     What changed · 97% of the 2017 wording kept

     Provided that where the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror the said InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorfails to inspect the place of accident within seventy-two hours … the manager or assistant manager, safety officers, surveyor and the workmen’s inspectorworker’s representativeor, where there is no workmen’s inspector by a work … authenticated sketches shall be delivered or sent to the concerned Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator. (4) In respect of every persons killed or received serious bodily injury, the owner, agent or manager shall send particulars in the Form and method as may be specified by the Chief Inspector cum Facilitator for the purpose, within seven days of the occurrence, and also within fifteen days of the injured person returning to duty.

252. CMR 2017 · Reg 252Emergency response and evacuation planMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 242Emergency response and evacuation plan
     What changed · 99% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) The plan referred to in sub-regulation (1) shall cover … particular risks with the equipment necessary for escape, such as self- containedself-containedself-breathing devices, etc.; (g) a response team that is trained … periodic emergency drills; (j) mock rehearsals at regular intervals. (3) Refuge chamber- (i) Every belowground coal mine shall be provided with properly constructed and strategically located refuge chambers of adequate capacity, so as to be readily accessible to persons employed underground in the event of fire, explosion, irruption, roof fall, or irrespirable atmosphere where escape is not immediately possible. (ii) Each refuge chamber shall be air-tight and equipped with independent breathable air supply, carbon-dioxide scrubbing arrangement, means of communication with surface, illumination, first-aid facilities and potable water sufficient to sustain life until rescue. (iii) The owner, agent or manager shall ensure regular inspection, maintenance and inclusion of refuge chamber locations and procedures in the Emergency Evacuation and Response Plan. (4)The owner, agent and manager shall submit a copy of the emergency response and evacuation plan prepared by him to the regional inspectorRegional Inspector-cum-Facilitatorwho may, by an order in writing approve such action … action plan so approved shall be enforced at the mine. (4)(5)On receiving information of any emergency, the owner, agent and … the surface shall immediately put emergency action plan in operation.

253. CMR 2017 · Reg 253Taking samples from mineExpandedDraft 2026 · Reg 243Taking samples from mine
     What changed · 91% of the 2017 wording kept

     Taking samples from mine.–mine. -Where for official purposes, an InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorconsiders it necessary to take samples of any coal, ropemine-air, explosive materials, rope, equipment, machineryor part thereof or anyother material,substance,the owner, agent or manager shall make over to him or hersuch samples in such quantities as he or shemay require.

254. CMR 2017 · Reg 254Right of the workers’ representative to inspect register maintained under sub-section (1) of section 48 of ActNot in the draft

     No counterpart found in the draft, the OSH&WC Central Rules 2026 or the Code.
255. CMR 2017 · Reg 255Chief Inspector or authorized Inspector to exercise powers of Regional InspectorMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 244Regulation 244
     What changed · 83% of the 2017 wording kept

     Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror authorized InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorto exercise powers of Regional Inspector.–Inspector-cum-Facilitator. -Any power granted under these regulations to the Regional InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay be exercised by the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatoror any other InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatorauthorised in writing in this behalf by the Chief Inspector.Inspector-cum-Facilitator.

256. CMR 2017 · Reg 256Plans, sections and recordsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 245Plans, sections and records
     What changed · 92% of the 2017 wording kept

     Plans, sections and records.-records. -Where special conditions exist, the Chief InspectorInspector-cum-Facilitatormay permit preparation and maintenance of plans, sections and records … the provisions of these regulations, subject to the conditions as hemay specify,be specified,in electronic form within the limits of error of survey and plotting, as specified under sub-regulation (3) of regulation 64.56.

257. CMR 2017 · Reg 257Publication of orders and instructionsNot in the draft

     Likely now in Rule 149 (Instructions to leader) of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (Central) Rules, 2026
258. CMR 2017 · Reg 258Appeal to the Chief InspectorSame textDraft 2026 · Reg 247Appeal to the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator
259. CMR 2017 · Reg 259Appeal to CommitteeMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 248Appeal to Central Government
     What changed · 95% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) Every order of the Chief Inspector,Inspector-cum-Facilitator,against which an appeal is preferred under sub-regulation (1) shall be complied with, pending the receipt at the mine of the decision of the Committee:Central Government:Provided that the CommitteeCentral Governmentmay, on an application by the appellant, suspend the operation of the order appealed against, pending the disposal of the appeal.

260. CMR 2017 · Reg 260Repeal and savingsMinor changesDraft 2026 · Reg 249Repeal and savings
     What changed · 90% of the 2017 wording kept

     (2) Notwithstanding the repeal referred to in sub-regulation (1), anything … permit granted or renewed, any order or direction made thereunder or notification issuedshall be deemed to have been done or taken or issued or granted or renewed or made under the corresponding provisions of these regulations. (3) Save as anything contained under these regulations, any person appointed as an overman, a sirdar, a winding engineman, a banksman or a support man, under the Coal Mines Regulations, 2017, shall each be also deemed to have been appointed as a mining supervisor, an assistant mining supervisor, a winding engine operator, a pit top attendant or a support person respectively under corresponding provisions of these regulations.SCHEDULE [See sub-regulation (2) of regulation 64]56]CONVENTIONS FOR PREPARING PLANS AND SECTIONS NAME SYMBOL REMARK Mine Boundary In RedBOUNDARY OF LEASE HOLD In Dark Magenta NAME SYMBOL REMARK Mine BoundaryIn Red UNDERGROUND COAL BARRIER In Green SHAFT ABANDONED SHAFT INCLINE ABANDONED INCLINE NAME SYMBOL REMARKPILLARS AND GALLERIES Workings shown by dotted lines are not … Red should state distance up and down to all insets NAME SYMBOL REMARK Mine Boundary In RedABANDONED STAPLE SHAFT In Red FAULT In Red showing the … OTHER INTRUSION In Green GOAF SUBSIDENCE In Red BENCH MARK NAME SYMBOL REMARKSURFACE CONTOUR In Burnt Sienna UNDERGROUND SPOT LEVEL In Blue WATER DAM In Red NAME SYMBOL REMARK Mine BoundaryIn Red DIRECTION OF AIR CURRENT Intake in Blue Return … PROOF AIR CROSSING REGULATOR In Red AUXILIARY FAN In Red NAME SYMBOL REMARK Mine Boundary In RedTELEPHONE In Red NAME SYMBOL REMARKUNDERGOUND FIRST-AID STATION Thick cross in Red ENGINE HOUSE OR ROOMRefuge Chamber In RedBORE HOLE Should show serial number & diameter SURVEY LINES & STATIONS In Red SECTION OF SEAM [F. No. S-29012/01/2006-ISH-II (Vol.4)] KALPANA RAJSINGHOT, Jt. Secy.S-65025/01/2025-ISH-II] ALOK CHANDRA, Senior Labour & Employment AdvisorUploaded by Dte. of Printing at Government of India Press, Ring Road, Mayapuri, New Delhi-110064 and Published by the Controller of Publications, Delhi-110054. RAKESH SUKUL Digitally signed by RAKESH SUKUL Date: 2017.11.28 18:34:48 +05'30'

Method: each CMR 2017 regulation is paired with the draft regulation whose heading and text are closest, one to one where possible; "probable" marks a weaker pair. Where the draft has none, the OSH&WC (Central) Rules, 2026 and the OSH&WC Code, 2020 are searched. "What changed" compares the words of the two texts: struck-through words are in CMR 2017 only, highlighted words in the draft only; long unchanged stretches are shortened. Text extracted from scanned or bilingual PDFs can carry recognition errors.