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2011 California Code
Labor Code
DIVISION 5. SAFETY IN EMPLOYMENT [6300 - 9104]
CHAPTER 1. Tunnels and Mines
Section 7960
CA Labor Code § 7960 (through 2012 Leg Sess) What's This?
In any tunnel or underground mine classified as potentially gassy, tests for gas or vapors shall be made prior to start of work at each shift. If any concentration of gas at or above 10 percent of the lower explosive limit is recorded, the division shall be notified immediately.
(Added by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1430.)
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