Main information
The types of selected mining machines must be approved for use by the Czech Mining Authority before the first use in underground.
When issuing this permit, the Czech Mining Authority also stipulates which selected mining machines are subject to regular tests.
The Czech Mining Authority will determine the tests and submit the expert opinions required for the issuance of the permit; the tests will be ensured by the person applying for the permit.
This applies to you if
You are an organization that intends to apply for the first use of a new type of selected underground mining machine.
When to use this service
If necessary, bring a new type of machine into use underground.
Vyřízení služby - osobně
What you need if you are using this service
The application must be submitted in paper form.
The application shall be accompanied by a description of the new type of machine and a description of the conditions under which the new type of machine is to be used for the first time.
Where and how to solve this service
Submissions to the Czech Mining Authority can be made by post to its address, in person at the filing office or orally to the minutes at its registered office.
Contacts for the Czech Mining Authority (including addresses of registered office, telephones, e-mails, e-filing offic, data box etc.) can be found here.
How much will you pay
An administrative fee of CZK 500 is paid for the issuance of a permit.
Vyřízení služby - elektronicky
What you need if you are using this service
There are no forms. To process it, it is necessary to submit a scanned application (if it is sent by a data box) or to make an electronic version of the application with an electronic signature.
An electronic form can also be used for communication.
The application shall be accompanied by a scanned description of the machine type as well as a scanned description of the conditions under which the new machine type is to be used for the first time.
Where and how to solve this service
It is possible to communicate with the Czech Mining Authority via e-mail or data box.
An electronic form can also be used.
Contacts for the Czech Mining Authority (including addresses of registered office, telephones, e-mails, e-filing offic, data box etc.) can be found here.
How much will you pay
An administrative fee of CZK 500 is paid for the issuance of a permit.
Additional information
What is the benefit of this service
Ensuring occupational health and safety and operational safety, as well as general safety.
Appeal options
Remedies are governed by the Administrative Procedure Code.
Legislation
Sanctions
A fine of up to CZK 1 million can be imposed for using an unauthorized type of machine underground.
Frequently asked questions
None