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. ) 7981.
An escape chamber or alternate escape route shall be maintained within 5,000 feet of the tunnel face or areas being used to excavate material in an underground mine classified as gassy or extrahazardous. Workers shall be provided with emergency rescue equipment and trained in its use.
(Added by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1430.)