Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-3-.39

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

Section 480-3-3-.39 - Inspections And Reports

(1) Some competent, qualified and experienced person or persons shall make an inspection at least every two (2) weeks of all travelways and working places of the mine and appliances in the mine which are in use, and shall report any unsafe conditions to the employer who shall take immediate steps to remedy the same.

(2) Inspection of the main shaft or slope and the active underground workings for any conditions tending to increase the fire hazard shall be made every month. Required second exits and other portions of the mine not regularly frequented shall be inspected for fire hazards and deterioration of ladders or of other appliances necessary to maintain an adequate escapeway, upon regular rounds through such places, and in any event, at least once every month, and a report of the inspection filed in the mine office. If any condition be found in a second exit making it inadequate for an escapeway, repairs shall be commenced immediately and completed with reasonable diligence. A signed report of each inspection shall be kept in the mine office, whether hazardous conditions be found or not.

Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner.

Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-3-.39

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