West Virginia Statutes

§ 22A-2-48 — When respiratory equipment to be worn; control of dust

West Virginia § 22A-2-48

JurisdictionWest Virginia

Ch. 22AMINERS' HEALTH, SAFETY AND TRAINING

Art. 2UNDERGROUND MINES

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Bluebook

W. Va. Code § 22A-2-48 (2026).

Text

Miners exposed for short periods to gas-, dust-, fume- and mist-inhalation hazards shall wear permissible respiratory equipment. Dust shall be controlled by the use of permissible dust collectors or other approved methods.

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Legislative History

1985 Reg. Sess., HB1850

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