California Statutes
§ 7971. — 7971. (Added by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1430.)
California § 7971.
JurisdictionCalifornia
Code LABLabor Code - LAB
Div. 5.DIVISION 5. SAFETY IN EMPLOYMENT
Part 9.PART 9. TUNNEL AND MINE SAFETY
Ch. 2.CHAPTER 2. Gassy and Extrahazardous Tunnels
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Cal. Labor Code - LAB Code § 7971. (2026).
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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.
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Legislative History
Added by Stats. 1972, Ch. 1430.
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