Extractives

Mining

Mining specific guidance on electricity, ventilation, fire and explosion and hazard management in mines.

New Zealand Mining Board of Examiners

The New Zealand Mining Board of Examiners advises WorkSafe's Board on the health and safety competency requirements for workers in the extractives industry – a key recommendation of the Royal Commission on the Pike River Tragedy.

Industry guidance and position statements

Industry guidance, including approved codes of practice and WorkSafe position statements

Mining, quarrying and tunnelling notifications

Forms to notify WorkSafe about high risk activities, mining and tunnelling operations, and quarry and alluvial mine operations

Regulations

Learn more about which mining operations are covered by health and safety regulations