Mines and Quarries Act 1954

96 Welfare regulations

Regulations may impose such requirements with respect to the provision and maintenance, for the use of persons employed at mines, of—

(a) washing facilities, including soap and clean towels or other suitable means of cleaning and drying;

(b) accommodation and facilities for changing into clothing worn during working hours and for storing and drying clothing so worn and clothing not so worn ; and

(c) canteens, or accommodation and facilities (including facilities for heating food and boiling water) for enabling such persons to partake of meals provided by themselves;

as appear to the Minister to be expedient for the purpose of securing the welfare of such persons.