(1)A contractor deployed in a mine for any work shall-(a)establish effective ongoing communication and co-ordination between appropriate levels of supervisors, officials and senior officials of the mine prior to commencing work, which shall include provisions for identifying hazards and the measures to eliminate and control risks ;(b)ensure arrangements for reporting work related injuries and diseases, ill health and incidents among his workers while performing work in the mine;(c)provide relevant workplace safety and health hazards awareness and training to their workers prior to commencing and as work progresses as necessary; and(d)ensure compliance of the provisions of the Act, and the rules and regulations framed thereunder.
