30 CFR 57.14161 - Makeshift couplings.

Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 12, 2026

Title 30 - Mineral Resources last revised: Jan 27, 2026

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§ 57.14161 - Makeshift couplings.

Couplings used on underground rail equipment shall be designed for that equipment, except that makeshift couplings may be used to move disabled rail equipment for repairs if no hazard to persons is created.

authority: 30 U.S.C. 811.

source: 50 FR 4082, Jan. 29, 1985, unless otherwise noted.

cite as: 30 CFR 57.14161