Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
Title 30 - Mineral Resources |
Chapter I - Mine Safety and Health Administration, Department of Labor |
SubChapter K - Metal and Nonmetal Mine Safety and Health |
Part 56 - Safety and Health Standards - Surface Metal and Nonmetal Mines |
Subpart K - Electricity |
§ 56.12013 - Splices and repairs of power cables.
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§ 56.12013 Splices and repairs of power cables.
Permanent splices and repairs made in power cables, including the ground conductor where provided, shall be:
(a) Mechanically strong with electrical conductivity as near as possible to that of the original;
(b) Insulated to a degree at least equal to that of the original, and sealed to exclude moisture; and
(c) Provided with damage protection as near as possible to that of the original, including good bonding to the outer jacket.