Chapter 1. STATE MINE INSPECTOR

R11-1-830. Reserved

Power lines, including trolley wires and telephone circuits shall be protected against short circuits and lightning. Historical Note Former Rule 8:31.

Where metallic tools or equipment can come in contact with trolley wires or bare power lines, the lines shall be guarded or de-energized. Historical Note Former Rule 8:32.

Power lines shall be well separated or insulated from water lines, telephone lines, and air lines. Historical Note Former Rule 8:33.

Transformers shall be totally enclosed or shall be placed at least 8 feet above the ground, or installed in a transformer house, or surrounded by a substantial fence at least 6 feet high and at least three feet from any energized parts, casings, or wiring. Historical Note Former …

No employee shall take hold of energized shovel or energized drill power cable without suitable equipment designed for such a job. Historical Note Former Rule 8:35. ARTICLE 9. PERSONAL PROTECTION The rules in this Article are adopted in accordance with the provisions of Article V…

Suitable protection against falling shall be provided for any work required above ground or floor level. Historical Note Former Rule 9:01.

Safety belts and lines shall be worn when men work where there is danger of falling. A second person shall tend the lifeline when bins, tanks or other dangerous areas are entered. Life jackets or belts shall be worn where there is danger from falling into water. Historical Note F…