Okla. Stat. tit. 45, § 45-411: Definitions

The words defined in this section shall have the following

meaning when found in this act, towit "mines" mean mines in the

State of Oklahoma wherein lead, zinc or other metals are sought or

produced. "Operator" means the person, individual or corporation

charged with the responsibility of management and control of mining.

"Mine Inspector" means the Chief Mining Inspector of this state and

the deputy or assistant mining inspector provided by law for the

district in which the mining operation is located, except where the

context specifies the deputy or assistant mining inspector.