Code of Virginia (Last Updated:July 28, 2020) |
TITLE 45.1. Mines and Mining |
CHAPTER 14.3. Requirements Applicable to Underground Coal Mines |
ARTICLE 6. Transportation |
SECTION 45.1-161.139. Inspection of underground equipment |
Once a week or more often if necessary, the mine foreman or a certified person shall inspect electrical and diesel transportation equipment to assure its safe operating condition. Such equipment located on the surface shall be inspected as often as necessary but at least monthly. Such person shall correct any defect found during the inspection. A record of such examination shall be maintained. 1966, c. 594, § 45.1-85; 1978, c. 118; 1993, c. 442; 1994, c. 28 ; 1996, c. 28 . |