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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 K - Metal and Nonmetal Mine Safety and Health |
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Part 56 - Safety and Health Standards - Surface Metal and Nonmetal Mines |
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Subpart R - Personnel Hoisting |
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Hoisting Procedures |
§ 56.19066 - Maximum riders in a conveyance.
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§ 56.19066 Maximum riders in a conveyance.
In shafts inclined over 45 degrees, the operator shall determine and post in the conveyance or at each shaft station the maximum number of persons permitted to ride in a hoisting conveyance at any one time. Each person shall be provided a minimum of 1.5 square feet of floor space.