# The Mines Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2016, Regulation 53: Duties of the mine operator with regard to escape and rescue

Extent: N.I.

(1) The mine operator shall—
(a) ensure that suitable arrangements are in place so that persons below ground at the mine can reach a safe place promptly in the event of an emergency; and
(b) provide and operate the necessary warning and other communication systems to enable assistance, escape and rescue operations to be launched immediately if the need arises.
(2) A mine may not be worked unless the mine operator has made suitable arrangements—
(a) for the rescue of persons from the mine; and
(b) for the carrying out of work necessary to secure the health and safety of persons below ground at the mine in the event of an emergency.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/nisr/2016/427/regulation/53 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/mines-regulations-northern-ireland-2016/regulation-53
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