30 CFR 49.1 - Purpose and scope.

Regulations last checked for updates: May 17, 2024

Title 30 - Mineral Resources last revised: May 15, 2024

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§ 49.1 - Purpose and scope.

This part implements the provisions of Section 115(e) of the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977. Every operator of an underground mine shall assure the availability of mine rescue capability for purposes of emergency rescue and recovery.

authority: 30 U.S.C. 811,825

source: 45 FR 47002, July 11, 1980, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 30 CFR 49.1