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2011 California Code
Labor Code
DIVISION 5. SAFETY IN EMPLOYMENT [6300 - 9104]
CHAPTER 2. Gassy and Extrahazardous Tunnels
Section 7971
CA Labor Code § 7971 (through 2012 Leg Sess) What's This?
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.)
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