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 57 - Safety and Health Standards - Underground Metal and Nonmetal Mines |
Subpart C - Fire Prevention and Control |
Prohibitions/Precautions/Housekeeping |
§ 57.4131 - Surface fan installations and mine openings.
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§ 57.4131 Surface fan installations and mine openings.
(a) On the surface, no more than one day's supply of combustible materials shall be stored within 100 feet of mine openings or within 100 feet of fan installations used for underground ventilation.
(b) the one-day supply shall be kept at least 25 feet away from any mine opening except during transit into the mine.
(c) Dry vegetation shall not be permitted within 25 feet of mine openings.