Rule 157 — Training Scheme.

157(3)

The scheme referred to in sub-rule (1) shall include, but not limited to, the following provisions, namely:-

157(3)(i) initial training for the persons to be employed in the mines; (ii) refresher training for the persons already employed; (iii) training in case of introduction of new technology, equipment or change in work procedure; (iv) assessing current competencies of a person employed in the mine and prior learning, in establishing the training needs;

157(3)(v) assessing the training needs of persons working in mines for the safe performance of the mining operations; (vi) appointing persons who are competent to give training and assess workers’ competencies; (vii) keeping and auditing records of assessment undertaken and training imparted; (viii) the relevant standards, modules or any other guidelines issued in this behalf by the Chief Inspector-cum-Facilitator; and (ix) course material on various topics for different categories of persons for delivering lectures in vocational training centre.