Labor Code - LAB
DIVISION 5. SAFETY IN EMPLOYMENT [6300 - 9254]
( Division 5 enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 90. ) PART 9. TUNNEL AND MINE SAFETY [7950 - 8004]
( Part 9 added by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1430. ) CHAPTER 2. Gassy and Extrahazardous Tunnels [7965 - 7985]
( Chapter 2 added by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1430. ) 7971.
Whenever there is any ignition of gas or vapor in a tunnel or underground mine, all work shall cease, employees shall be removed, and reentry except for rescue purposes shall be prohibited until the division has conducted an inspection and authorized reentry for maintenance or production in writing.
(Added by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1430.)