                                 CODE OF VIRGINIA

 DUTIES OF MINE INSPECTORS (§ 45.2-1147)

Each mine inspector shall:

1. Report to his supervisor immediately, and by the quickest available means,
any mine fire, mine explosion, or accident involving serious personal injury or
death;

2. Proceed immediately to the scene of any accident at any mine under his
jurisdiction that results in loss of life or serious personal injury, and to the
scene of any mine fire or explosion regardless of whether there is loss of life
or personal injury. He shall make any investigation and suggestions and render
any assistance he deems necessary for the future safety of the employees, and he
shall make a complete report to his supervisor as soon as practicable. He shall
have the power to compel the attendance of witnesses and administer oaths or
affirmations; and

3. Take charge of mine rescue and recovery operations whenever a mine fire, mine
explosion, or other serious accident occurs and supervise the reopening of any
mine or section thereof that has been sealed or abandoned on account of fire or
any other cause.

HISTORY: 1997, c. 390, § 45.1-161.292:53; 2021, Sp. Sess. I, c. 387.