Search News

All News / Rail

Enhancing safety in accordance with South Africa’s revised Mining Road and Rail Safety Code of Practice...
24 Dec, 2025 09:28 0 min read
South Africa's mining industry is now implementing the new Road and Rail Safety Code of Practice (COP), which took full effect in October 2025. This shift moves beyond preparation to daily enforcement, requiring mines to integrate stricter safety standards into everyday operations. The updated code expands its scope to include all transport interfaces, demands deeper technical understanding of vehicle systems, redefines operator competency around site-specific skills, and positions maintenance as a core safety function. To achieve sustainable compliance, mines must adopt structured training, independent audits, and ongoing safety programs that turn regulatory requirements into measurable, real-world safety performance.... More