Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-3-.34

Current through Register Vol. 43, No. 1, October 31, 2024

Section 480-3-3-.34 - Physical Examinations For Mine Employees

Pre-employment Examinations. All prospective employees at any mine shall receive a careful and thorough examination by a licensed physician, designated by the operator, before employment. Such examination shall determine the prospective employee's hearing, vision, the condition of his heart and lungs and any detectable physical or mental abnormalities, or defects which may affect his health or the health or safety of fellow employees.

(a) A prospective employee not physically fit shall be employed only at work which may be performed by such employee, without endangering the health or safety of himself or other employees.

(b) No person proven to be mentally unbalanced shall be employed in or around any mine.

(c) Physical examinations before employment shall be provided by the operator without cost to the prospective employee.

Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner.

Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-3-.34

Statutory Authority:Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-2-13(2).