In any tunnel or underground mine classified as gassy, all employees shall be informed of any special orders made by the division following an inspection. Such notice shall be given before entering the tunnel or underground mine. A copy of any orders subsequently written by the division shall be posted and all employees shall be notified at a safety meeting called by the safety representative before they are permitted to start work.

(Added by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1430.)

Terms Used In California Labor Code 7973

  • Division: means the Division of Occupational Safety and Health. See California Labor Code 7951
  • Mine: means any excavation or opening above or below ground used for removal of ore, minerals, gravel, sand, rock, or other materials intended for manufacturing or sale. See California Labor Code 7951
  • Tunnel: means an underground passageway, excavated by men and equipment working below the earth's surface, that provides a subterranean route along which men, equipment, or substances can move. See California Labor Code 7951
  • Underground mine: means a mine that consists of a subterranean excavation. See California Labor Code 7951
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