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Bye laws for Grant of Gas Testing Certificate under metalliferous Mines Regulations

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-JH-E-31072025-265141) on 31 July 2025 (issued 24-Jul-2025), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to establish a uniform procedure for evaluating the practical experience of applicants seeking gas testing competency certificates in metalliferous mines.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-JH-E-31072025-265141
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (i)
Related Code OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers and mine managers must ensure that applicants for gas testing competency certificates submit their practical experience details in the prescribed proforma. They must also verify the authenticity of the experience certificates submitted by the applicants.

Target Roles:
Mine ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
Mining

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 119 of the Mines Act, 1952

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Metalliferous Mines Regulations, 1961
  • Mines Act, 1952

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to establish a uniform procedure for evaluating the practical experience of applicants seeking gas testing competency certificates in metalliferous mines.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification providing the required proforma for submitting practical experience details when applying for a gas testing competency certificate under the Metalliferous Mines Regulations. This update aims to standardize the process for grant of gas testing certificates, ensuring safety and competency in metalliferous mines.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-JH-E-31072025-265141)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 31-Jul-2025.
What is Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-31072025-265141 about?
The purpose of this notification is to establish a uniform procedure for evaluating the practical experience of applicants seeking gas testing competency certificates in metalliferous mines.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official gazette PDF is published on egazette.gov.in. An archived copy is also available for download directly from this page, in case the official portal is temporarily unavailable.
Which Labour Code does this notification relate to?
This notification relates to the OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-31072025-265141?
Employers and mine managers must ensure that applicants for gas testing competency certificates submit their practical experience details in the prescribed proforma. They must also verify the authenticity of the experience certificates submitted by the applicants. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-31072025-265141?
This notification primarily targets Mine Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the Mining sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-31072025-265141?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 119 of the Mines Act, 1952.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·