(a) Self-propelled mobile equipment to be used during a shift shall be inspected by the equipment operator before being placed in operation on that shift.
57.17001 Illumination of surface working areas
Illumination sufficient to provide safe working conditions shall be provided in and on all surface structures, paths, walkways, stairways, switch panels, loading and dumping sites, and working areas.
56.18013 Emergency communications system
A suitable communication system shall be provided at the mine to obtain assistance in the event of an emergency.
56.18012 Emergency telephone numbers
Emergency telephone numbers shall be posted at appropriate telephones.
56.18010 First aid
An individual capable of providing first aid shall be available on all shifts. The individual shall be currently trained and have the skills to perform patient assessment and artificial respiration; control bleeding; and treat shock, wounds, burns, and musculoskeletal injuries. First aid training shall be made available to all interested miners. [61 FR 50436, Sept. …
57.11016 Snow and ice on walkways and travelways
Regularly used walkways and travelways shall be sanded, salted, or cleared of snow and ice as soon as practicable
56.15004 Eye protection
All persons shall wear safety glasses, goggles, or face shields or other suitable protective devices when in or around an area of a mine or plant where a hazard exists which could cause injury to unprotected eyes.
56.15006 Protective equipment and clothing for hazards and irritants
Special protective equipment and special protective clothing shall be provided, maintained in a sanitary and reliable condition and used whenever hazards of process or environment, chemical hazards, radiological hazards, or mechanical irritants are encountered in a manner capable of causing injury or impairment.
56.3130 Wall, bank, and slope stability
Mining methods shall be used that will maintain wall, bank, and slope stability in places where persons work or travel in performing their assigned tasks. When benching is necessary, the width and height shall be based on the type of equipment used for cleaning of benches or for scaling of walls, banks, and slopes.
56.16009 Suspended loads
Persons shall stay clear of suspended loads.