Vertical Opening Register

This standard describes the requirements to ensure that all sub vertical openings in a mine are documented and recorded in a manner consistent with the applicable Australian Standards and the minimum corporate requirements.  The intent of this standard it to achieve statutory compliance and best management practice incorporating safety, environmental and cost effectiveness in the documenting and recording of all sub vertical openings at all mines.  This standard requires that a hard copy register (consisting of plans, sections and documents as appropriate) be maintained of all sub-vertical openings in a mine.  This standard designates who is responsible for achieving these requirements.