California · Labor Code

LAB §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 extrahazardo

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Underground mines classified as gassy or extra-hazardous must maintain an escape chamber or alternate escape route within 5,000 feet of the tunnel face or excavation areas.

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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.

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