(1)  A mine operator must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, that workers at the mine do not suffer harm to their health from the adverse effects of extreme heat or extreme cold.

Penalty:  In the case of –

(a) a body corporate, a fine not exceeding $13 000; and

(b) an individual, a fine not exceeding $6 500.

(2)  If conditions in any workplace are, or are likely to be, hot and humid, the mine operator must ensure that –

(a) all workers are provided with training on measures to be taken to avoid any harmful effects from those conditions; and

(b) appropriate workplace environmental controls (including ventilation) and monitoring are implemented; and

(c) if appropriate, a program for monitoring the health of workers in the workplace is implemented in respect of potential hot or humid conditions.

Penalty:  In the case of –

(a) a body corporate, a fine not exceeding $13 000; and

(b) an individual, a fine not exceeding $6 500.