Chapter 1. STATE MINE INSPECTOR

Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-124

Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-125

Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-126

Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-127

Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-128

Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-129

No error or omission in these rules and regulations shall be construed as permitting any unsafe, unhealthy or unsanitary condition to exist. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-130 Former Section R11-1-1902 renumbered as Section R11-1-130 effective August 18, 1980 (Supp. 80-4).

Mobile equipment assigned to a working place shall be provided with: 1. Suitable warning devices visible at all times to the operator of the highest mobile equipment. 2. When the operator of heavy duty mobile equipment has an obstructed view to the rear, the equipment shall have …

Dumping over the edge of an undercut stockpile or undercut dumps shall not be permitted. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1302 Former Rule 13:02.

Berms or guards shall be provided on the outer banks of elevated roadways. A higher berm must be built from beginning of curve to end of curve, where applicable. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1303 Former Rule 13:03; Amended effective April 7, 1976 (Supp. 76-2).

Men shall not work between equipment and the pit wall or bank where the equipment may hinder escape from falls or slide of the bank. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1304 Former Rule 13:04.

Drill holes large enough to constitute a hazard shall be covered and guarded. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1305 Former Rule 13:05.

No drilling shall be done within 50 feet of loaded blast holes. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1306 Adopted effective April 7, 1976 (Supp. 76-2).

An emergency signaling device shall be available on rotary drill rigs. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1307 Adopted effective April 7, 1976 (Supp. 76-2).

A. All persons who work with tires and rims must fully understand the primary hazards of "Blow-Out" and "Blow-Off". B. Tire roll-in cages to restrain possible blow-outs and blow-offs while inflating tires shall not be used on tires over 1300 x 24 in. size. C. When tire mounting, …

Loose, unconsolidated material shall be stripped for a safe distance, but in no case less than 10 feet, from the top of pit or quarry walls. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1309 Adopted effective August 18, 1980 (Supp. 80-4).

The provisions of Title 27, Chapter 3, Arizona Revised Statutes, are applicable to and will be enforced in all operations subject to the jurisdiction of the State Mine Inspector unless the type of operations specifically designated in a particular statute or is exempted from a pa…

When a drill is being moved from one drilling area to another, drill steel, tools and other equipment shall be secured and the mast placed in a safe position. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1310 Former Section R11-1-542 renumbered as Section R11-1-1310 effective August 18, 1980 …

In the event of power failure, drill controls shall be placed in the neutral position until power is restored. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1311 Former Section R11-1-543 renumbered and amended as Section R11-1-1311 effective August 18, 1980 (Supp. 80-4).

The drill stem shall be resting on the bottom of the hole or on the platform with the stem secured to the mast before attempts are made to straighten a crossed cable on a reel. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1312 Former Section R11-1-544 renumbered as Section R11-1-1312 effectiv…

While in operation, drills shall be attended at all times. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1313 Former Section R11-1-545 renumbered as Section R11-1-1313 effective August 18, 1980 (Supp. 80-4).

Persons other than the operator shall not hold the drill steel while collaring holes or rest their hands on the chunk or centralizer while drilling. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1314 Former Section R11-1-546 renumbered and amended as Section R11-1-1314 effective August 18, 198…

Persons shall not be on a mast while the drill-bit is in operation. Drill crews and others shall stay clear of augers or drill stems that are in motion. A person shall not pass under or step over a moving stem or auger. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1315 Former Section R11-1-54…

These rules are applicable to and will be enforced in all operations subject to the jurisdiction of the State Mine Inspector unless the terms of the rule or the heading of the Section indicates that a rule or rules will apply only to certain types of operations. Notes Ariz. Admin…

Potable water shall be available to all employees during working hours. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-133 Former Rule 1:33.

Employees operating equipment are responsible for the safe and proper operation of the equipment they use. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-134 Former Rule 1:34.

It is the responsibility of each employee to report to his supervisor any unsafe condition he may see which can cause injury or damage property. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-135 Former Rule 1:35.

A. Where, in or about a mining operation, an accident occurs, it shall be reported promptly to supervisor in charge. B. The State Mine Inspector's office shall be immediately notified of: 1. Any accident or injury to an individual resulting in death, or which has reasonable poten…

Warning signs and/or lights, ropes and temporary guards shall be placed in order to give adequate warning from all unusual hazards. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-138 Former Rule 1:38.

Illumination sufficient to provide safe working conditions shall be provided in and on all working places. Individual electric lamps shall be carried for illumination by all persons underground. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-139 Former Rule 1:39.

Passageways, work places, service rooms and storage areas shall be kept clean, orderly and in a safe condition. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-140 Former Rule 1:40; Former Section R11-1-140 repealed, new Section R11-1-140 adopted effective August 18, 1980 (Supp. 80-4).

All sand and gravel operations shall be subject to all statutes and rules generally applicable to operations subject to the jurisdiction of the Mine Inspector, together with all statutes and rules applicable to open pit. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1401 Former Rule 14:01.…

The application fee for a community notice for a new aggregate mining operation or for a major modification of an approved community notice filed pursuant to A.R.S. § 27-442 is $1,000. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1402 Former Rule 14:02 repealed effective August 18, 1980 (Supp…

New employees shall be indoctrinated in safety rules and safe work procedures. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-141 Former Rule 1:41.

Emergency telephone numbers shall be posted at appropriate telephones. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-142 Former Rule 1:42.

No employee shall be assigned or allowed or be required to perform work alone in any area where hazardous conditions exist that would endanger his safety unless he can communicate with others, can be heard, or can be seen. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-143 Former Rule 1:43.…

Each operator of an underground mine shall establish a check-in and check-out system which shall provide an accurate record of persons in the mine. These records shall be kept on the surface in a place chosen to minimize the danger of destruction by fire or other hazards. Every p…

Arrangements shall be made in advance for obtaining emergency medical assistance and transportation for injured persons. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-145 Former Rule 1:45.

All employees shall be instructed at least once each calendar year on fire alarm signals and applicable procedures to be followed in case of fire or other emergency. Records of instruction shall be kept for two years. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-146 Former Rule 1:46.

All supervisors shall be trained in first aid. First-aid training shall be made available to all interested employees. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-147 Former Rule 1:47.

Facilities used to transport persons to and from work areas shall not be overcrowded. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-148 Former Section R11-1-1151 renumbered and amended as Section R11-1-148 effective August 18, 1980 (Supp. 80-4).

Safe means of access shall be provided and maintained to all working places. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-149 Former Section R11-1-1220 renumbered and amended as Section R11-1-149 effective August 18, 1980 (Supp. 80-4).

A. Toilet facilities shall be provided at locations that are compatible with the mine operations and that are readily accessible to mine personnel. B. The facilities shall be kept clean and sanitary. Separate toilet facilities shall be provided for each sex except where toilet ro…

All employees who work with sulfuric acid or other strong chemicals shall be taught the correct use of personal protective equipment available and be required to wear this equipment when handling sulfuric acid or other strong chemicals. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1501 Former…

Acid shall be stored in properly vented steel tanks, drums or other approved containers. All distribution lines shall be of recommended size and approved material. (See REFERENCES at end of Article.) Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1502 Former Rule 15:02.

Approved eye protection, such as chemical safety goggles (dust tight), shall be worn by employees working on or with acid storage or distribution and shall be required for normal repair work. For a very hazardous job, additional approved type protection shall be provided such as …

Open lights, flames and spark-producing tools and equipment are forbidden in the vicinity of acid storage vessels and distribution lines where their use might cause an explosion. Notes Ariz. Admin. Code § R11-1-1504 Former Rule 15:04.