Virginia regulations · Through 2026 Regular Session (effective July 1, 2026)

4VAC25-40-5000: Inspection of safety catches

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Title 4. Conservation And Natural Resources
Agency 25. Department of Energy
Chapter 40. Safety and Health Regulations for Mineral Mining
Part XV. Safety and Health Regulations—Underground Only
Article 10. Personnel Hoisting

Safety catches shall be inspected daily; drop tests shall be made at the time of installation. Every two months the cage shall be rested on chairs or proper blocking to check the operation or activation of the safety catches by allowing the rope to slacken suddenly.

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