4.1        Definitions

Words defined in the trackless mobile machine regulations have the same meaning in this guideline.

4.2        Acronyms

In this guideline for a COP or any amendment thereof, unless the context otherwise indicates:

"COP" means Code of Practice.

"DMR" means Department of Mineral Resources.

"MHSA"  means Mine Health and Safety Act, 1996 (Act No. 29 of 1996).

"MRAC" means Mining Regulation Advisory Committee.

"OEM" means original equipment manufacturer.

"SIMRAC" means Safety in Mines Research Advisory Committee.

"Trackless Mobile Machine" means any self-propelled mobile machine that is used for the purpose of performing mining, transport or associated operations underground or on surface at a mine and is mobile by virtue of its movement on wheels, skids, tracks, mechanical shoes or any other device fitted to the machine, but excludes: