Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: July 5, 2024) |
Title 30 - Mineral Resources |
Chapter I - Mine Safety and Health Administration, Department of Labor |
SubChapter O - Coal Mine Safety and Health |
Part 75 - Mandatory Safety Standards - Underground Coal Mines |
Subpart C - Roof Support |
§ 75.215 - Longwall mining systems.
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§ 75.215 Longwall mining systems.
For each longwall mining section, the roof control plan shall specify -
(a) The methods that will be used to maintain a safe travelway out of the section through the tailgate side of the longwall; and
(b) The procedures that will be followed if a ground failure prevents travel out of the section through the tailgate side of the longwall.