ENER20002 Mining Systems: Coal Mine Safety, Gold Mining & Legislation

This report addresses key aspects of mining systems and legislation, focusing on coal mine safety regulations in Queensland and gold mining practices in the Ballarat region. It details the essential elements of a coal mine's safety management system, including risk identification, hazard analysis, and reporting procedures, along with the responsibilities of the site senior executive (SSE) in ensuring compliance with regulations. The report also summarizes the geological formation of the Ballarat goldfields, describing alluvial deposits, turbidite formation, and deep leads, as well as outlining different gold mining systems used in the region, from early alluvial mining to modern techniques. This document provides a comprehensive overview of mining safety and gold extraction methods.