- A. No person shall enter an auger hole or highwall miner entry without prior approval from the Chief.
- B. Every auger hole or highwall miner entry shall be blocked with highwall spoil or other suitable material before it is abandoned.
- C. Every auger or highwall mining machine that is exposed to any highwall or explosion hazard shall be provided with worker protection from falling material and a mine explosion.
- D. At least one person shall be assigned to observe the highwall for possible movement while ground personnel are working in a high-risk area in close proximity to the highwall.
- E. All persons shall stay clear of any moving auger or highwall miner train, and no person shall pass over or under a moving train unless adequate crossing facilities are provided.
- F. The ground control plan shall specify any spacing of holes, web design, and use of alignment control devices.
- G. The ground control plan shall include other administrative, engineering, and source controls that are to be provided for safe operations.
1994, c. 28, § 45.1-161.291; 2011, cc. 826, 862; 2021, Sp. Sess. I, c. 387.