                                 CODE OF VIRGINIA

 PUSHING CARS (§ 45.2-753)

Pushing any car on a main haulage road is prohibited except (i) where it is
necessary to push a car from a sidetrack that is located near the working
section to the producing entry or room; (ii) where it is necessary to clear a
switch or sidetrack; and (iii) on the approach to a cage, slope, or surface
incline. However, where a rail transportation system is utilized and it becomes
necessary to routinely push cars, the operator shall develop procedures for
coordination and control of rail traffic, such as the provision of effective
trip lights or other warning devices, and other safety precautions specific to
the mine. Such procedures shall be subject to approval of the Chief.

HISTORY: Code 1950, § 45-69.1; 1954, c. 191; 1966, c. 594, § 45.1-73; 1979, c.
315; 1983, c. 70; 1985, c. 302; 1994, c. 28, § 45.1-161.142; 1996, c. 774;
2021, Sp. Sess. I, c. 387.