Alabama Administrative Code

(Repealed). Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Administrator. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-2-.10 Emergency Rule July 1, 1992; Repealed effective February 14, 1993. Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-2-2(6).

(Repealed). Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-2-.11 Repealed effective February 14, 1993. Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-2-2 -(6).

(Repealed). Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-2-.12 Repealed effective February 14, 1993. Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-2-2(6).

(Repealed). Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-2-.13 Repealed effective March 13, 1992. Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-2-2(6).

(Repealed). Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-2-.14 Repealed effective February 14, 1993. Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-2-2(6).

(Repealed) Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-2-.15 Repealed effective February 14, 1993. Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-2-2(6).

(Repealed). Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-2-.16 New Rule Filed August 15,1990; Repealed effective February 14, 1993. Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-5-75.

(Repealed). Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-2-.17 Original Rule effective March 13, 1992; Emergency amendment effective July 1, 1992; Permanent Amendment effective October 15, 1992; Repealed effective February 14, 1993. Statut…

(Repealed). Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-2-.18 Emergency Rule effective July 1, 1992; Permanent Rule effective October 15, 1992; Repealed effective February 14, 1993. Statutory Authority: Act 92-537.

(Repealed). Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-2-.19 New Rule effective October 15, 1992; Repealed effective February 14, 1993. Statutory Authority: Act 92-537.

(1) Mines three hundred (300) feet deep vertically, three hundred (300) feet deep on the incline or three hundred (300) feet deep on a combination of vertical and incline shall have two (2) or more exits or openings to the surface, and these exits where inclined more than 20^ fro…

(1) Construction of Ladders - Except in the case of swinging or extension ladders used for shaft sinking, all ladders and ladderways shall be built of clear lumber free of knots or other imperfections as prescribed below: (a) The stringers of ladders shall be built of not less th…

All abandoned entrances to underground workings and condemned mines or parts of mines shall be fenced or effectively guarded and posted with signs reading "Danger-Keep Out." Permanently abandoned underground workings shall be fenced or posted with signs reading, "Danger-Keep Out.…

(1) Nonflammable Housing Over Mine Openings - Only housing having a framework of metal or wood, and metal or other nonflammable sides and roof and dirt, gravel, concrete or other fireproof flooring, shall be erected over any shaft, tunnel, portal or other mine opening. All non-fi…

(1) Electrical Installation - All stationary electrical equipment, which might communicate fire to adjacent flammable material shall be of a type which will confine the heat and flames within the equipment or it shall be so located and installed that flammable material will not b…

(1) Construction of Shaft Landings, Surface and Underground. All vertical and inclined shafts over 35^ shall be enclosed on the surface. Gates at ground landings shall be not less than five (5) feet in height, of substantial construction, and except when the case is at the landin…

(1) Hoist Capacity - All hoisting equipment used in shafts and slopes shall be of ample capacity and of standard design commercially recognized as safe, for its particular duty. (a) The drums or cable reels of hoists used in shafts and slopes shall be provided with flanges that e…

(1) No rope for hoisting or lowering men shall be used when such hoisting or lowering is done by any means other than human or animal power, unless such rope shall be composed of metal wires with a factor of safety determined as hereinafter set forth; provided, however, that such…

(1) Each hoisting engine operating at a shaft or slope where men are being hoisted shall have at least two independent signaling systems of which one shall be a telephone. Provided that a telephone shall not be used in lieu of regular signaling devices except in extreme emergency…

The following code of signals shall be used for the operation of hoists. (All signals used for hoisting of men shall be acknowledged by the hoisting engineer before men may enter the shaft or slope conveyance.) 1 ring--stop 2 rings--hoist 3 rings--lower 4 rings-- hoist slowly 5 r…

(1) Qualifications of Hoisting Engineers - At every mine where men are hoisted or lowered, there shall be two (2) or more men available to be known as hoisting engineers. These men shall be able to speak and read English readily, and must have had practical experience in operatin…

(1) It shall be the duty of every hoisting engineer to keep a careful watch over his engine, hoisting rope and all other machinery under his charge. (2) Hoistman in Charge - He shall at all times be in immediate charge of his engine, and shall not delegate any of his duties to an…

(1) Blocking Frogs - When mechanical haulage is used, the wedge opening formed between the switch point and stock rail must be so filled as to eliminate the danger of a foot being jammed or caught therein. Openings formed by wing rail of frogs must likewise be so filled. (2) Trol…

(1) Each case containing explosives for underground use shall be clearly marked by the manufacturer with the class which indicates the amount of poisonous gas produced per one and one-fourth by eight (1-1/4 x 8) inch cartridge. (2) Explosives Specifications - For the purpose of t…

(1) All magazines in which explosives are kept or stored shall comply with the requirements of these orders within six (6) months of the date these rules become effective. (2) Location - All magazines in which explosives are kept or stored shall be located at a distance from buil…

(1) Explosives shall be transported from the surface to the underground magazines between shifts if possible. Where this is not possible the movement of explosives shall have the right-of-way over all other operations. The explosives shall be transported from the surface to the u…

(1) Black Blasting Powder - No black blasting powder shall be used in any underground mining operation. (2) Squibs - No squibs, other than those ignited by electricity shall be used. (3) Use of Blasting Materials - All detonators and capped-fuse shall be used as soon as is reason…

(1) Time of Blasting - Blasting shall be done at the end of the shift except that blasting may be done during the shift provided: 1. That such blasting is done with the permission of the mine foreman or one of his assistants and under the supervision of the miner in charge of the…

(1) Method of Blasting_- Electric blasting with blasting machines or special blasting circuits is permissible. With blasting machines, connections shall be made in series or in a combination connection recommended by the manufacturer. With power currents, connections shall be mad…

(1) All drilling for blasting shall be done wet, including the collaring of drill holes, or an equally effective method of dust control may be used. (2) Air lines and hoses shall not be disconnected from drills while under pressure. (3) Where column or post mounting is used, the …

(1) Scrapers or Drags - Scraper or drag hoists shall be solidly placed and anchored securely to their foundation, rail or roof. (a) The scraper or drag operator shall be protected from the danger of rope failure by two guards, one mounted over the segment of the drum near the ope…

(1) Duties of Mine Operator, Miner Inspection and Testing. It shall be the duty of any owner or operator to provide safe working places for all mine employees. Provided, however, that it shall be the duty of every mine employee to care for the place where he is working. A mine ow…

(1) Inspection Reports - At each mine where electricity is used underground, a systematic inspection of all wiring and equipment shall be made at regular intervals, at least once every month. A written or verbal report of each inspection shall be made by the mine electrician or i…

(1) Quantity of Air to be Provided - The operator of every mine shall provide and maintain in each mine a good and sufficient amount of ventilation and shall cause air to circulate through any place where men are working. Employees shall not be permitted to work in any place wher…

(1) Change House - The operator of every mine except as provided in paragraph (c) shall provide a dressing room or a change house at a place convenient to but not within one hundred (100') feet of the mine opening, if the dressing room or change house is made of combustible mater…

(1) No open flame light shall be left burning unattended near flammable materials. (2) Stationary lights shall be provided during the working hours at all shaft or slope stations during the time the same are in actual use and also at all stations on the levels where hoisting or h…

Use Of Water and Ventilation to Control Dust. Effective means for controlling dust in any part of a mine shall be used and shall be subject to inspection by the Department monthly. Sufficient water shall be used on broken rock such that the water together with adequate ventilatio…

(1) In all mines, a telephone system shall be established, equipped and maintained with a telephone on the surface and at each working level or section at all times when men are working in the mines. (2) Telephones shall be installed in mine tunnels or adits and on the surface if…

(1) The operator of every mine shall make or maintain or cause to be made or maintained by a competent engineer or surveyor, a clear and accurate map or maps on a legible scale, with sections if necessary, showing clearly all workings of such mine. At least once in every calendar…

(1) Notice shall be given to the Department in writing before any mine working shall be allowed to approach within fifty (50) feet of any part of a winze, stope or other opening in which there is a known or suspected dangerous accumulation of water, the level of which may be abov…

Each air receiver underground shall be equipped with a drainage valve. Author: Marcus Davis, Workers' Compensation Examiner. Notes Ala. Admin. Code r. 480-3-3-.31 Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, § 25-2-13(2).

(1) Arrangements shall be made and faithfully maintained such that every injury suffered will receive adequate treatment promptly. (2) Material etc. to be Furnished - The necessary equipment and material with which to conduct properly such training shall be furnished by the opera…

(1) Mine Rescue Equipment Required - There shall be provided and kept in a readily accessible place at every mine employing more than fifty (50) men underground on one shift, a minimum of the following equipment or its equivalent: 1. 10 complete sets of self-contained oxygen brea…

Pre-employment Examinations. All prospective employees at any mine shall receive a careful and thorough examination by a licensed physician, designated by the operator, before employment. Such examination shall determine the prospective employee's hearing, vision, the condition o…

(1) All persons employed underground in mines, or any persons entering mines for any reason should wear a protective or hard hat and hard toed shoes, except persons specified by physicians as physically unable to wear safety shoes. (2) Suitable goggles should be worn by employees…

These mine safety rules represent the minimum requirement for safe mine operation. Further to safeguard the health, life and limb of persons employed in and around mines, mine operators shall formulate, distribute and enforce reasonable and detailed safety rules or regulations no…

(1) It shall be the responsibility of the operator to perform the following: (a) Provide safe plant and equipment. (b) Safeguard all machinery. (c) Place no new machinery or equipment in operation unless full attention has been paid to its safety. (d) Plan and arrange all process…

(1) The operator shall be responsible for the safe condition of tools furnished employees by the operator and shall not permit the use of tools which are unsafe or permit the mis-use of any tools. (2) The employee shall be responsible for the safe condition of tools he furnishes …

(1) Some competent, qualified and experienced person or persons shall make an inspection at least every two (2) weeks of all travelways and working places of the mine and appliances in the mine which are in use, and shall report any unsafe conditions to the employer who shall tak…

(1) On or before the twenty-fifth day of October in each year, the operator or superintendent of each mine shall send to the Department a correct report, specifying with respect to the year ending with the thirtieth of September preceding, the name of the operator and location of…