Safety and Health in Mines Convention, 1995

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ILO Convention
C176
Safety and Health in Mines Convention, 1995
Date of adoption June 22, 1995
Date in force June 5, 1998
Classification Industries and Occupations
Subject Occupational Safety and Health
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Safety and Health in Mines Convention, 1995 is an International Labour Organization Convention.

It was established in 1995, with the preamble stating:

Recognizing that it is desirable to prevent any fatalities, injuries or ill health affecting workers or members of the public, or damage to the environment arising from mining operations, and

Having regard to the need for cooperation between the International Labour Organization, the World Health Organization, the International Atomic Energy Agency and other relevant institutions and noting the relevant instruments, codes of practice, codes and guidelines issued by these organizations, and

Having decided upon the adoption of certain proposals with regard to safety and health in mines,...[1]



[edit] Ratifications

The following countries have ratified this Convention:
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[edit] References

  1.   - ILO Convention C176

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