Who is responsible for notifying the Regional Director about stoppages or resumptions of operations?

• A. Manager
• B. Supervisor
• C. Engineer
• D. Operator

Answer: (A)

Notifying the Regional Director about stoppages or resumptions is a formal reporting duty tied to who has overall responsibility for the mine’s operations and safety. The manager is in charge of the mine, including regulatory communications, so this person has the authority to declare a stoppage or a resume and to ensure the regulator is informed with accurate details. A supervisor, engineer, or operator handles on-site actions and day-to-day tasks, but the official notice to the Regional Director comes from the person responsible for the operation’s compliance and documentation. This setup keeps accountability clear and ensures the regulator receives complete information about why the stoppage occurred, how long it will last, and what steps are being taken to resume safely.