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Mines survey

Made under the Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA)
The Mines Survey Code of Practice is a Western Australian code that guides mine surveyors on survey requirements and on compiling the mine plan for each mining operation. Originally approved under the Mines Safety and In...
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Version as at 17 Feb 2025 Compiled version

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Authorised Mine Surveyor Certificate Requirement

Jul 2026
Mine manager must ensure surveys and location plans are only carried out by holders of an authorised mine surveyor's certificate (reg 3.51).
High
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Mine Plan Compilation Requirements

Jul 2026
The code mandates compilation of a mine plan for each mining operation, certified by an authorised mine surveyor.
Medium
2 citations

Mines Survey Code of Practice – Scope and Application

Oct 2026
Guidance for mine surveyors on survey requirements at WA mining operations; continues in effect as if approved under the Work Health and Saf...
Low
2 citations

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