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30 CFR 56.19130: Conveyance shaft test.
Where this section sits in the code
- Title 30—Mineral Resources
- CHAPTER I—MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH ADMINISTRATION, DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
- SUBCHAPTER K—METAL AND NONMETAL MINE SAFETY AND HEALTH
- PART 56—SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS—SURFACE METAL AND NONMETAL MINES
- Subpart R—Personnel Hoisting
Before hoisting persons and to assure that the hoisting compartments are clear of obstructions, empty hoist conveyances shall be operated at least one round trip after:
(a) Any hoist or shaft repairs or related equipment repairs that might restrict or obstruct conveyance clearance;
(b) Any oversize or overweight material or equipment trips that might restrict or obstruct conveyance clearance;
(c) Blasting in or near the shaft that might restrict or obstruct conveyance clearance; or
(d) Remaining idle for one shift or longer.
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