Section 506. Inspections.
(a) Administrative.--An agent or employee of the department may do any of the following:
(1) Inspect a mine, property, building, premises, place, book or record.
(2) Secure physical evidence. This paragraph includes photography and videography.
(3) Conduct tests. This paragraph includes taking samples.
(b) Warrant.--It shall be sufficient probable cause for a court of competent jurisdiction to issue a search warrant if the department establishes all of the following:
(1) The action under subsection (a) is pursuant to the department's general inspection of mines and investigations at mines.
(2) The agent or employee:
(i) has reason to believe that there has been a violation of this act, a regulation under this act or any approval, standard or order under this act of the department has occurred or may occur; or
(ii) has been refused access or been prevented from taking action under subsection (a).