1990/0321(SYN)COM(1990)663

Extractive Industries Workers' Safety and Health Directive

PROPOSAL FOR A COUNCIL DIRECTIVE CONCERNING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR IMPROVING THE SAFETY AND HEALTH PROTECTION OF WORKERS IN THE EXTRACTIVE INDUSTRIES

Stage: In force, reached 28 Nov 1992
In force: In force · CELEX 31992L0091
Transposition deadline: 3 Nov 1994
Procedure: Directive · Cooperation procedure
Last activity: 28 Nov 1992

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Council Directive 92/91/EEC sets minimum safety and health requirements for workers in mineral-extracting industries through drilling, onshore and offshore. It requires employers to draw up a safety and health document, control wells, prevent fires and explosions, and provide escape, rescue and health surveillance. Member States had to transpose it within 24 months of adoption.

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