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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: May 6, 2024) |
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Title 30 - Mineral Resources |
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Chapter I - Mine Safety and Health Administration, Department of Labor |
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SubChapter H - Education and Training |
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Part 49 - Mine Rescue Teams |
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Subpart A - Mine Rescue Teams for Underground Metal and Nonmetal Mines |
§ 49.1 - Purpose and scope.
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§ 49.1 Purpose and scope.
This part implements the provisions of Section 115(e) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977. Every operator of an underground mine shall assure the availability of mine rescue capability for purposes of emergency rescue and recovery.