The operator of a mine shall give notice to the chief of the division of mineral resources management when:
- (A) A change occurs in the name of a mine, in the name of the operator thereof, or in the officers of an incorporated company owning or operating such mine;
- (B) Work is commenced opening a new shaft, slope, or mine;
- (C) A mine is abandoned, or the working thereof is discontinued;
- (D) The working of a mine is commenced, after an abandonment or discontinuance thereof for a period of more than three months;
- (E) The pillars of a mine are about to be removed or robbed;
- (F) A squeeze, crush, or fire occurs, or a dangerous body of gas is found, or any cause or change occurs that may seem to affect the safety of persons employed therein. No operator of a mine shall refuse or neglect to comply with this section.