# The Mines Regulations 2014, Regulation 38: Safety features of winding apparatus

Extent: E+W+S

The mine operator must ensure that winding apparatus is suitable and has effective means—
(a) to control the speed and distance of travel of the conveyance or counterweight;
(b) to stop and hold the conveyance or counterweight in a safe manner, in the event of an overwind; and
(c) to monitor the position and movement of every conveyance in a shaft.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2014/3248/regulation/38 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/mines-regulations-2014/regulation-38
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